Harda - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Harda is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 34.5 km from Lalgarh. Harda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harda is 335841. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.66 hectares and falls under the 721504 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Harda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harda
As per Census 2011, Harda village has a total population of 2,627 people, consisting of 1,348 males and 1,279 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,751 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,739 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,348 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,739 | 897 | 842 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,751 | 988 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 360 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Harda
Harda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Harda
Harda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Harda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harda
Where is Harda located?
Harda village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harda?
Harda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harda?
The pincode of Harda is 721504.
What is the population of Harda?
Harda has a total population of 2,627, including 1,348 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Harda?
There are 610 households in Harda.
What is the literacy rate in Harda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harda is 66.65%. Male literacy is 73.29% and female literacy is 59.66%.