Harwar - Bageshwar
Harwar is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Harbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harwar is 050923. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.79 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Harwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harwar
As per Census 2011, Harwar village has a total population of 635 people, consisting of 314 males and 321 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 635 | 314 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 139 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 254 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 60 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Harwar
Harwar 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 Harwar
Harwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Harwar is about 19 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 Harwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harwar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harwar
Where is Harwar located?
Harwar village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Harwar is Harbar.
What is the pincode of Harwar?
The pincode of Harwar is 263642.
What is the population of Harwar?
Harwar has a total population of 635, including 314 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Harwar?
There are 127 households in Harwar.
What is the literacy rate in Harwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harwar is 68.50%. Male literacy is 80.89% and female literacy is 56.39%.