Harsani - Gadraroad, Barmer
Harsani is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from Sheo and around 70 km from Barmer. Harsani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsani is 086715. The village covers a total geographical area of 4379.97 hectares and falls under the 344011 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Harsani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harsani
As per Census 2011, Harsani village has a total population of 2,912 people, consisting of 1,581 males and 1,331 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,554 literate and 1,358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 680 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harsani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,912 | 1,581 | 1,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 324 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 680 | 352 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,554 | 1,015 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,358 | 566 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Harsani
Harsani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbharon Ki Dhani | South-East | 5.06 km |
| Turbi | South-West | 5.63 km |
| Chetrori | North | 6.65 km |
| Solankiyon Ki Bastti | North-East | 7.50 km |
| Doodhora | North-East | 8.44 km |
| Kharchi | South-East | 8.62 km |
| Magra | South | 9.12 km |
| Gordiya | East | 9.39 km |
| Salam Singh Ki Basti | West | 10.27 km |
| Ugeri | North-West | 10.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harsani
Harsani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gagariya, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Barmer to Harsani is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harsani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harsani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harsani
Where is Harsani located?
Harsani village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsani?
Harsani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harsani?
The pincode of Harsani is 344011.
What is the population of Harsani?
Harsani has a total population of 2,912, including 1,581 males and 1,331 females.
How many households are there in Harsani?
There are 493 households in Harsani.
What is the literacy rate in Harsani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsani is 53.37%. Male literacy is 64.20% and female literacy is 40.50%.