Harchan - Tharali, Chamoli
Harchan is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Tungeshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harchan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harchan is 041714. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.7 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Harchan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Harchan
According to the 2011 Census, Harchan village had a total population of 527 people, including 287 males and 240 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.57%, with male literacy at 98.44% and female literacy at 81.45%.
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 | 527 | 287 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 252 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 35 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Harchan
Harchan 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 Harchan
Public transport in the Harchan is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Harchan is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Harchan is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harchan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harchan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harchan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harchan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harchan
Where is Harchan located?
Harchan village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harchan?
The Gram Panchayat of Harchan is Tungeshwar.
What is the pincode of Harchan?
The pincode of Harchan is 246481.
What is the population of Harchan?
Harchan had a total population of 527, including 287 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Harchan?
Harchan had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harchan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harchan was 90.57%. Male literacy was 98.44% and female literacy was 81.45%.