Harulia - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Harulia is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 25.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Laxmi-narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harulia is 318158. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.23 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Harulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harulia
According to the 2011 Census, Harulia village had a total population of 647 people, including 335 males and 312 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.89%, with male literacy at 61.89% and female literacy at 51.44%.
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 | 647 | 335 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 164 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 171 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Harulia
Harulia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panch Pukhuria | East | 0.68 km |
| Gopalnagar | North | 1.21 km |
| Kedarbandh | East | 1.35 km |
| Hosenabad | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Kaythanpur | South | 1.52 km |
| Rautandihi | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Baljuri | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Adampur | South | 2.08 km |
| Agoa | West | 2.26 km |
| Chak Balaram | East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harulia
Harulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dubrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Harulia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Harulia is about 25.1 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 Harulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harulia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harulia
Where is Harulia located?
Harulia village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Harulia is Laxmi-narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Harulia?
The pincode of Harulia is 731123.
What is the population of Harulia?
Harulia had a total population of 647, including 335 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Harulia?
Harulia had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harulia was 56.89%. Male literacy was 61.89% and female literacy was 51.44%.