Harsan
Harsan is a village located in Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bajpur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Harsan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Harsan unique in its vibrant Bajpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Harsan’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 Harsan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harsan is 055892. The village spans a total geographical area of 754.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262401. Bajpur is nearest town to Harsan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Harsan 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Harsan
Population of Harsan
According to the 2011 Census, Harsan has a total population of about 4,591, with approximately 2,365 males and 2,226 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 522 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 968 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,105. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.30%, with male literacy at about 73.66% and female literacy near 56.42%. There are around 859 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Harsan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,591 | 2,365 | 2,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 272 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 482 | 486 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,105 | 571 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 2,998 | 1,742 | 1,256 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,593 | 623 | 970 |
Connectivity of Harsan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harsan. As per the 2011 stats, Harsan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harsan
Knowing the nearby villages of Harsan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harsan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harsan
- Where is Harsan located?
- Harsan village is situated in Bajpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harsan?
- Harsan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Harsan?
- The pincode of Harsan is 262401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harsan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harsan is 4,591, with 2,365 males and 2,226 females.
- How many households are there in Harsan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harsan village has a total of 859 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harsan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harsan is 65.30%. The male literacy rate is 73.66%, while the female literacy rate is 56.42%.