Harchnowly - Betalghat, Nainital
Harchnowly is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Ghiroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harchnowly village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harchnowly is 054641. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.18 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Harchnowly village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harchnowly
As per Census 2011, Harchnowly village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 67 males and 73 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harchnowly are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 14 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Harchnowly
Harchnowly 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 Harchnowly
Harchnowly is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Harchnowly is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Harchnowly is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harchnowly
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harchnowly 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harchnowly
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harchnowly village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harchnowly
Where is Harchnowly located?
Harchnowly village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harchnowly?
The Gram Panchayat of Harchnowly is Ghiroli.
What is the pincode of Harchnowly?
The pincode of Harchnowly is 263134.
What is the population of Harchnowly?
Harchnowly has a total population of 140, including 67 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Harchnowly?
There are 29 households in Harchnowly.
What is the literacy rate in Harchnowly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harchnowly is 65.71%. Male literacy is 79.10% and female literacy is 53.42%.