Harsila

Harsila is a village located in Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kapkot (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Harsila village is also a gram panchayat.

Harsila has its own place in the vibrant Bageshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Harsila

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harsila is 050605. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263642. Bageshwar is nearest town to Harsila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Harsila

Below is a concise population overview of Harsila as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 470 225 245
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 31 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 32 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 350 184 166
Illiterate Population 120 41 79

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harsila village:

  • The total population of Harsila village is around 470, including approximately 225 males and 245 females, with a sex ratio of 1088 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Harsila village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harsila village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Harsila village is about 74.47%, with male literacy at 81.78% and female literacy at 67.76%.
  • There are around 102 households in Harsila village.

Connectivity of Harsila

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harsila. As per the 2011 stats, Harsila had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Harsila

Knowing the nearby villages of Harsila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harsila.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harsila

Where is Harsila located?
Harsila village is situated in Kapkot Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsila?
Harsila serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Harsila?
The pincode of Harsila is 263642, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Harsila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harsila is 470, with 225 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Harsila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harsila village has a total of 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harsila as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harsila is 74.47%. The male literacy rate is 81.78%, while the female literacy rate is 67.76%.