Harkandi - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Harkandi is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Srinagar and around 34 km from Pauri. Sumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harkandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkandi is 045443. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.68 hectares and falls under the 246174 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Harkandi 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 Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harkandi
According to the 2011 Census, Harkandi village had a total population of 44 people, including 23 males and 21 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.68%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Harkandi
Harkandi 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 Harkandi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Harkandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Srinagar to Harkandi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Harkandi is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harkandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harkandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harkandi
Where is Harkandi located?
Harkandi village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harkandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkandi is Sumari.
What is the pincode of Harkandi?
The pincode of Harkandi is 246174.
What is the population of Harkandi?
Harkandi had a total population of 44, including 23 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Harkandi?
Harkandi had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkandi was 92.68%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.21%.