Harchandpur - Atrauli, Aligarh
Harchandpur is a village situated in the Atrauli tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atrauli and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Chaupur Hauj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harchandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harchandpur is 122087. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.89 hectares and falls under the 202281 pincode. Atrauli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Harchandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Atrauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harchandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harchandpur village had a total population of 860 people, including 448 males and 412 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.46%, with male literacy at 86.98% and female literacy at 51.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 860 | 448 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 64 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 334 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 114 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Harchandpur
Harchandpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarfuddinpur | West | 1.12 km |
| Raipur Dalpatpur | North | 1.31 km |
| Khanpur Khitauli | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Chaupur Hauj | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Birner | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Kakethal | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Asharfabad | South | 2.18 km |
| Bhojpur Ta Lohgarh | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Nauari | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Birsinghpur | North-West | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harchandpur
Harchandpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dharampur, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Atrauli to Harchandpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Harchandpur is about 32 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 Harchandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harchandpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harchandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harchandpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harchandpur
Where is Harchandpur located?
Harchandpur village is located in Atrauli Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harchandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harchandpur is Chaupur Hauj.
What is the pincode of Harchandpur?
The pincode of Harchandpur is 202281.
What is the population of Harchandpur?
Harchandpur had a total population of 860, including 448 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Harchandpur?
Harchandpur had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harchandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harchandpur was 70.46%. Male literacy was 86.98% and female literacy was 51.07%.