Harwecha - Sheo, Barmer
Harwecha is a village situated in the Sheo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheo and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Harwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harwecha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harwecha is 086766. The village covers a total geographical area of 1102 hectares and falls under the 344705 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Harwecha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harwecha
As per Census 2011, Harwecha village has a total population of 1,193 people, consisting of 635 males and 558 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harwecha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 635 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 136 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 441 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 194 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Harwecha
Harwecha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mege Ka Gaon | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Chak Negarda | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Negrada | North-West | 5.67 km |
| Goonga | East | 5.73 km |
| Jhanphli Khurd | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Harwa | North | 6.39 km |
| Jhanphli Kalan | South-West | 7.24 km |
| Chak Bhanska | South-East | 7.53 km |
| Hathisingh Ka Gaon | South | 7.84 km |
| Bhanwarisar | West | 8.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harwecha
Harwecha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavas, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Harwecha is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harwecha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harwecha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harwecha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harwecha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harwecha
Where is Harwecha located?
Harwecha village is located in Sheo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harwecha?
The Gram Panchayat of Harwecha is Harwa.
What is the pincode of Harwecha?
The pincode of Harwecha is 344705.
What is the population of Harwecha?
Harwecha has a total population of 1,193, including 635 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Harwecha?
There are 186 households in Harwecha.
What is the literacy rate in Harwecha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harwecha is 58.34%. Male literacy is 69.45% and female literacy is 45.70%.