Harhi - Harraiya, Basti
Harhi is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ratanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harhi is 179447. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.84 hectares and falls under the 272181 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Harhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harhi
As per Census 2011, Harhi village has a total population of 629 people, consisting of 323 males and 306 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 323 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 238 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 85 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Harhi
Harhi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Harhi
Harhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Basti to Harhi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Harhi is about 31 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 Harhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harhi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harhi
Where is Harhi located?
Harhi village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Harhi is Ratanpur.
What is the pincode of Harhi?
The pincode of Harhi is 272181.
What is the population of Harhi?
Harhi has a total population of 629, including 323 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Harhi?
There are 97 households in Harhi.
What is the literacy rate in Harhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harhi is 59.62%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 44.77%.