Harbanshwala - Nagina, Bijnor
Harbanshwala is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Gopiwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harbanshwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harbanshwala is 113043. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.53 hectares and falls under the 246724 pincode. Nagina is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Harbanshwala 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 Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harbanshwala
According to the 2011 Census, Harbanshwala village had a total population of 862 people, including 425 males and 437 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.47%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 53.95%.
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 | 862 | 425 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 61 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 266 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 159 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Harbanshwala
Harbanshwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maniawala | South-East | 0.70 km |
| Chak Himmatsingh | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Sripat | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Sukha Nandpur | North | 1.30 km |
| Dallawala | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Chak Mia Harisingh | West | 1.33 km |
| Kisanpuri | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Shahpur Rashidpur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Bhoapatpur | East | 1.75 km |
| Kashiwala | North | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harbanshwala
Harbanshwala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nagina, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagina to Harbanshwala is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Harbanshwala is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harbanshwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harbanshwala 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 Harbanshwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harbanshwala 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 Harbanshwala
Where is Harbanshwala located?
Harbanshwala village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harbanshwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Harbanshwala is Gopiwala.
What is the pincode of Harbanshwala?
The pincode of Harbanshwala is 246724.
What is the population of Harbanshwala?
Harbanshwala had a total population of 862, including 425 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Harbanshwala?
Harbanshwala had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harbanshwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harbanshwala was 63.47%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 53.95%.