Haru - Darwha, Yavatmal
Haru is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Haru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haru is 542587. The village covers a total geographical area of 1096.1 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Haru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haru
As per Census 2011, Haru village has a total population of 1,687 people, consisting of 979 males and 708 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 723 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,263 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 979 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 78 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 155 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 130 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,263 | 826 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 153 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Haru
Haru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saikhed | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Sajegaon | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Gondegaon | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Ramgaon | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Umari | South | 3.32 km |
| Waki | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Kinhiwalgi | North | 4.81 km |
| Bagapur | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Bagwadi | North-West | 4.85 km |
| Nimbha | East | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haru
Haru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Haru is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Haru is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haru
Where is Haru located?
Haru village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haru?
Haru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haru?
The pincode of Haru is 445202.
What is the population of Haru?
Haru has a total population of 1,687, including 979 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Haru?
There are 320 households in Haru.
What is the literacy rate in Haru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haru is 74.87%. Male literacy is 84.37% and female literacy is 61.72%.