Harsan - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Harsan is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Harsan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsan is 055892. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.85 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Harsan 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harsan
According to the 2011 Census, Harsan village had a total population of 4,591 people, including 2,365 males and 2,226 females, living in 859 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 63.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 968, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,105.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Harsan
Harsan 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 Harsan
Harsan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Harsan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Harsan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Harsan 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 Harsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harsan
Where is Harsan located?
Harsan village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harsan?
Harsan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harsan?
The pincode of Harsan is 262401.
What is the population of Harsan?
Harsan had a total population of 4,591, including 2,365 males and 2,226 females.
How many households are there in Harsan?
Harsan had 859 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsan was 73.68%. Male literacy was 83.23% and female literacy was 63.56%.