Harigaon(Old) - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Harigaon(Old) is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 40 km from Selsella and around 26 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harigaon(Old) is 273095. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harigaon(Old)
According to the 2011 Census, Harigaon(Old) village had a total population of 369 people, including 169 males and 200 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.66%, with male literacy at 81.94% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 368.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 169 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 14 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 169 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 127 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 42 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Harigaon(Old)
Harigaon(Old) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Harigaon(Old)
Public transport in the Harigaon(Old) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Harigaon(Old) is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harigaon(Old)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harigaon(Old) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harigaon(Old)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harigaon(Old) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harigaon(Old)
Where is Harigaon(Old) located?
Harigaon(Old) village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Harigaon(Old)?
The pincode of Harigaon(Old) is 794105.
What is the population of Harigaon(Old)?
Harigaon(Old) had a total population of 369, including 169 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Harigaon(Old)?
Harigaon(Old) had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harigaon(Old)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harigaon(Old) was 69.66%. Male literacy was 81.94% and female literacy was 58.33%.