Harron - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Harron is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Kandhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harron village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harron is 038860. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 140112 pincode. Chamkaur Sahib is the nearest town.
Harron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harron
According to the 2011 Census, Harron village had a total population of 207 people, including 109 males and 98 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 70.53% and female literacy at 57.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 67 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 42 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Harron
Harron 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 Harron
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Harron. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harron.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Harron is about 28 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 Harron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harron
Where is Harron located?
Harron village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harron?
The Gram Panchayat of Harron is Kandhola.
What is the pincode of Harron?
The pincode of Harron is 140112.
What is the population of Harron?
Harron had a total population of 207, including 109 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Harron?
Harron had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harron was 64.29%. Male literacy was 70.53% and female literacy was 57.47%.