Harijot - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Harijot is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Harijot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harijot is 177701. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Harijot 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 Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harijot
According to the 2011 Census, Harijot village had a total population of 560 people, including 283 males and 277 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.62%, with male literacy at 48.82% and female literacy at 26.32%.
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 | 560 | 283 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 103 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 180 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Harijot
Harijot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khirhitiya | West | 1.07 km |
| Patila | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Mudliya | North | 1.20 km |
| Padampur | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Mudila Baksi | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Sakatpur | East | 1.53 km |
| Chirhakna | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Bhusealwa | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Bairihwa | West | 1.79 km |
| Diuli | South | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harijot
Harijot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Siddharthnagar to Harijot is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Harijot is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harijot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harijot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harijot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harijot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harijot
Where is Harijot located?
Harijot village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harijot?
Harijot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harijot?
The pincode of Harijot is 272192.
What is the population of Harijot?
Harijot had a total population of 560, including 283 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Harijot?
Harijot had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harijot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harijot was 37.62%. Male literacy was 48.82% and female literacy was 26.32%.