Harewala - Dhampur, Bijnor
Harewala is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Harewla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harewala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harewala is 113102. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.61 hectares and falls under the 246745 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Harewala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harewala
As per Census 2011, Harewala village has a total population of 2,391 people, consisting of 1,223 males and 1,168 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,371 literate and 1,020 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harewala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,391 | 1,223 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 195 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 259 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 1,371 | 804 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 419 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Harewala
Harewala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mian Bhaipur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Sada Shivpur Gawari | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Jamanpur | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Harewali Bila Ahatmali | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Harewali Ahatmali | South | 2.74 km |
| Jagannathpur Gokela | North | 3.05 km |
| Sahnagar Kurali | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Sahajahanpur | East | 3.21 km |
| Alhaydadpur Mubarak | East | 3.31 km |
| Raghu Nathpur | South-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harewala
Public transport in the Harewala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Habibwala, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bijnor to Harewala is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Harewala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harewala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harewala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harewala
Where is Harewala located?
Harewala village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harewala?
The Gram Panchayat of Harewala is Harewla.
What is the pincode of Harewala?
The pincode of Harewala is 246745.
What is the population of Harewala?
Harewala has a total population of 2,391, including 1,223 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Harewala?
There are 419 households in Harewala.
What is the literacy rate in Harewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harewala is 57.34%. Male literacy is 65.74% and female literacy is 48.54%.