Hardua - Milak, Rampur
Hardua is a village situated in the Milak tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Milak and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Hardua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardua is 117309. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.25 hectares and falls under the 244701 pincode. Milak is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Hardua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hardua
As per Census 2011, Hardua village has a total population of 2,173 people, consisting of 1,138 males and 1,035 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,206 literate and 967 illiterate residents. Additionally, 801 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hardua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,173 | 1,138 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 169 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 801 | 415 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 759 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 379 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Hardua
Hardua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ras Dandia | North | 1.54 km |
| Kapneri | East | 1.77 km |
| Sihari | West | 1.80 km |
| Deori Khurd | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Purnapur | South | 2.01 km |
| Bhawarka | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Simra | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Megha Nagla Jadid | North | 2.70 km |
| Khamria | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Hardaspur | South | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hardua
Hardua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Duganpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Milak to Hardua is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur to Hardua is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hardua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardua 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 Hardua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardua 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hardua
Where is Hardua located?
Hardua village is located in Milak Tehsil, Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hardua?
Hardua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hardua?
The pincode of Hardua is 244701.
What is the population of Hardua?
Hardua has a total population of 2,173, including 1,138 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Hardua?
There are 339 households in Hardua.
What is the literacy rate in Hardua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardua is 55.50%. Male literacy is 66.70% and female literacy is 43.19%.