Harbha - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Harbha is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Kapuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harbha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harbha is 086573. The village covers a total geographical area of 3211.7 hectares and falls under the 345027 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Harbha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harbha
According to the 2011 Census, Harbha village had a total population of 644 people, including 339 males and 305 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.41%, with male literacy at 73.41% and female literacy at 25.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 644 | 339 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 185 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 154 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Harbha
Harbha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Toga | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Kotha | West | 4.31 km |
| Pancha | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Neemba | East | 6.10 km |
| Nanda | North-East | 6.80 km |
| Matuon Ki Dhani | South-East | 6.87 km |
| Bogniyai | South | 7.03 km |
| Aantra | South-East | 8.05 km |
| Modha | South | 8.15 km |
| Kapuriya | North | 9.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harbha
Harbha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Harbha is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harbha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harbha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harbha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harbha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harbha
Where is Harbha located?
Harbha village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harbha?
The Gram Panchayat of Harbha is Kapuriya.
What is the pincode of Harbha?
The pincode of Harbha is 345027.
What is the population of Harbha?
Harbha had a total population of 644, including 339 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Harbha?
Harbha had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harbha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harbha was 50.41%. Male literacy was 73.41% and female literacy was 25.64%.