Harakka - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Harakka is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Harakka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harakka is 164226. The village covers a total geographical area of 960 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Harakka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harakka
As per Census 2011, Harakka village has a total population of 1,441 people, consisting of 844 males and 597 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 707 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harakka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,441 | 844 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 84 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 505 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 339 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Harakka
Harakka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutalupur | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Batnera | North | 1.56 km |
| Atahri | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Raisenpur | West | 2.07 km |
| Ashrafpur | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Dihuwa | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Lalpur Karauta | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Dashwantpur | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Akauna | East | 2.83 km |
| Udhiya | North-East | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harakka
Harakka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sundhiamau, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Harakka is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Harakka is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harakka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harakka 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harakka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harakka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harakka
Where is Harakka located?
Harakka village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harakka?
Harakka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harakka?
The pincode of Harakka is 225304.
What is the population of Harakka?
Harakka has a total population of 1,441, including 844 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Harakka?
There are 265 households in Harakka.
What is the literacy rate in Harakka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harakka is 52.19%. Male literacy is 59.83% and female literacy is 41.37%.