Harmala
Harmala is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.3km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 22.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Mahanad is the gram panchayat of Harmala village.
Harmala 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 Harmala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harmala is 325135. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.38 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Harmala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Harmala 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 Harmala
Population of Harmala
Below is a concise population overview of Harmala 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 | 1,535 | 758 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 245 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 125 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 1,061 | 552 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 206 | 268 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harmala village:
- The total population of Harmala village is around 1,535, including approximately 758 males and 777 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Harmala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Harmala village has 514 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Harmala village is about 69.12%, with male literacy at 72.82% and female literacy at 65.51%.
- There are around 393 households in Harmala village.
Connectivity of Harmala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harmala. As per the 2011 stats, Harmala 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 Harmala
Knowing the nearby villages of Harmala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harmala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harmala
- Where is Harmala located?
- Harmala village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harmala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Harmala is Mahanad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Harmala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harmala is 1,535, with 758 males and 777 females.
- How many households are there in Harmala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harmala village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harmala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harmala is 69.12%. The male literacy rate is 72.82%, while the female literacy rate is 65.51%.