Harigaon
About Harigaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Harigaon village is 311283. Harigaon village is located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.5km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Harigaon village. As per 2009 stats, Gopalbati is the gram panchayat of Harigaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 113.79 hectares. Harigaon has a total population of 1,050 peoples, out of which male population is 552 while female population is 498. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 902 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of harigaon village is 73.24% out of which 78.99% males and 66.87% females are literate. There are about 247 houses in harigaon village. Pincode of harigaon village locality is 733145.
When it comes to administration, Harigaon 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, Harigaon village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to harigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Harigaon
The population details of Harigaon 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 | 1,050 | 552 | 498 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 403 | 214 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 436 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 116 | 165 |
Connectivity of Harigaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Harigaon
Where is Harigaon located?
Harigaon village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Harigaon is Gopalbati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Harigaon?
The pincode of Harigaon is 733145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Harigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harigaon is 1,050, with 552 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Harigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harigaon village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harigaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harigaon is 73.24%. The male literacy rate is 78.99%, while the female literacy rate is 66.87%.