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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Harchnowly
According to the 2011 Census, Harchnowly village had a total population of 140 people, including 67 males and 73 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.42%, with male literacy at 96.36% and female literacy at 67.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 140, including 67 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Harchnowly?
Harchnowly had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harchnowly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harchnowly was 81.42%. Male literacy was 96.36% and female literacy was 67.24%.