Harchandpur - Narsan, Haridwar
Harchandpur is a village situated in the Narsan tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Roorkee and around 54 km from Hardwar. Harchandpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harchandpur is 056621. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.21 hectares and falls under the 247670 pincode. Manglaur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Harchandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manglore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harchandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harchandpur village had a total population of 2,369 people, including 1,265 males and 1,104 females, living in 396 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.38%, with male literacy at 77.38% and female literacy at 60.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 352.
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 | 2,369 | 1,265 | 1,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 173 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 182 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 845 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 962 | 420 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Harchandpur
Harchandpur 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 Harchandpur
Harchandpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Harchandpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manglaur to Harchandpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Harchandpur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harchandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harchandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harchandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harchandpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harchandpur
Where is Harchandpur located?
Harchandpur village is located in Narsan Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harchandpur?
Harchandpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harchandpur?
The pincode of Harchandpur is 247670.
What is the population of Harchandpur?
Harchandpur had a total population of 2,369, including 1,265 males and 1,104 females.
How many households are there in Harchandpur?
Harchandpur had 396 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harchandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harchandpur was 69.38%. Male literacy was 77.38% and female literacy was 60.04%.