Harkala
About Harkala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Harkala village is 320376. Harkala village is located in Memari Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.1km away from sub-district headquarter Memari. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Harkala village. As per 2009 stats, Satgachhia I is the gram panchayat of Harkala village.
The total geographical area of village is 251.36 hectares. Harkala has a total population of 1,734 peoples, out of which male population is 889 while female population is 845. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 950 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of harkala village is 69.84% out of which 75.03% males and 64.38% females are literate. There are about 408 houses in harkala village. Pincode of harkala village locality is 713146.
When it comes to administration, Harkala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Harkala village comes under Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Memari is nearest town to harkala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Harkala
The population details of Harkala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,734 | 889 | 845 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 845 | 432 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 275 | 135 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 667 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 222 | 301 |
Connectivity of Harkala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harkala
Where is Harkala located?
Harkala village is situated in Memari Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkala?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkala is Satgachhia I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Harkala?
The pincode of Harkala is 713146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Harkala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harkala is 1,734, with 889 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Harkala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harkala village has a total of 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harkala is 69.84%. The male literacy rate is 75.03%, while the female literacy rate is 64.38%.