Harghata - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Harghata is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Hardhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harghata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harghata is 203696. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.16 hectares and falls under the 233310 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Harghata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harghata
As per Census 2011, Harghata village has a total population of 770 people, consisting of 374 males and 396 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 351 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harghata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 374 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 128 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 201 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 173 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Harghata
Harghata 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 Harghata
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Harghata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Harghata is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harghata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harghata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Harghata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harghata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harghata
Where is Harghata located?
Harghata village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harghata?
The Gram Panchayat of Harghata is Hardhana.
What is the pincode of Harghata?
The pincode of Harghata is 233310.
What is the population of Harghata?
Harghata has a total population of 770, including 374 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Harghata?
There are 107 households in Harghata.
What is the literacy rate in Harghata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harghata is 45.58%. Male literacy is 53.74% and female literacy is 37.88%.