Harsila - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Harsila is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Harsila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsila is 050605. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.75 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Harsila 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 Harsila
As per Census 2011, Harsila village has a total population of 470 people, consisting of 225 males and 245 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harsila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 225 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 184 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 41 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Harsila
Harsila 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 Harsila
Harsila is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Harsila is about 13 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 Harsila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harsila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harsila
Where is Harsila located?
Harsila village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsila?
Harsila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harsila?
The pincode of Harsila is 263642.
What is the population of Harsila?
Harsila has a total population of 470, including 225 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Harsila?
There are 102 households in Harsila.
What is the literacy rate in Harsila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsila is 74.47%. Male literacy is 81.78% and female literacy is 67.76%.