Harit
Harit is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 15.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Harit village is also a gram panchayat.
Harit has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Harit
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harit is 325286. The village spans a total geographical area of 381.86 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Harit village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Harit 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 Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Harit
Population of Harit
Below is a concise population overview of Harit as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,270 | 2,154 | 2,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 191 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,651 | 831 | 820 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 412 | 197 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 2,865 | 1,573 | 1,292 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,405 | 581 | 824 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harit village:
- The total population of Harit village is around 4,270, including approximately 2,154 males and 2,116 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 386 children aged 0–6 years in Harit village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Harit village has 1,651 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 412 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Harit village is about 67.10%, with male literacy at 73.03% and female literacy at 61.06%.
- There are around 975 households in Harit village.
Connectivity of Harit
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harit. As per the 2011 stats, Harit had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harit
Knowing the nearby villages of Harit helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harit
- Where is Harit located?
- Harit village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harit?
- Harit serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Harit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harit is 4,270, with 2,154 males and 2,116 females.
- How many households are there in Harit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harit village has a total of 975 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harit as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harit is 67.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.03%, while the female literacy rate is 61.06%.