Harchandpur
Harchandpur is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Harchandpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Harchandpur unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Harchandpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Harchandpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harchandpur is 056621. The village spans a total geographical area of 196.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247670. Manglaur is nearest town to Harchandpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Harchandpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manglore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Harchandpur
Population of Harchandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harchandpur has a total population of about 2,369, with approximately 1,265 males and 1,104 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 341 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 352 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.39%, with male literacy at about 66.80% and female literacy near 50.91%. There are around 396 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Harchandpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,369 | 1,265 | 1,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 173 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 182 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 845 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 962 | 420 | 542 |
Connectivity of Harchandpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harchandpur. As per the 2011 stats, Harchandpur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harchandpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Harchandpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harchandpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harchandpur
- Where is Harchandpur located?
- Harchandpur village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harchandpur?
- Harchandpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Harchandpur?
- The pincode of Harchandpur is 247670, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harchandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harchandpur is 2,369, with 1,265 males and 1,104 females.
- How many households are there in Harchandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harchandpur village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harchandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harchandpur is 59.39%. The male literacy rate is 66.80%, while the female literacy rate is 50.91%.