Harinathpur - Habibpur, Malda
Harinathpur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.6 km from Habibpur and around 34.1 km from English Bazar. Jajail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harinathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harinathpur is 313030. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.88 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harinathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harinathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harinathpur village had a total population of 337 people, including 177 males and 160 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.11%, with male literacy at 52.90% and female literacy at 34.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 337 | 177 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 82 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 95 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Harinathpur
Harinathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suchal Mahamadpur | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Jaydebpur | North | 0.92 km |
| Adampur | South | 0.98 km |
| Jiakandar | West | 1.00 km |
| Kotalpur | East | 1.39 km |
| Haripur | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Mirzabad | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Dighal Kandi | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Bhairabpur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Sundarpur | South-West | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harinathpur
Harinathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Old Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Harinathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Harinathpur is about 34.1 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 Harinathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harinathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harinathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harinathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harinathpur
Where is Harinathpur located?
Harinathpur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harinathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harinathpur is Jajail.
What is the pincode of Harinathpur?
The pincode of Harinathpur is 732122.
What is the population of Harinathpur?
Harinathpur had a total population of 337, including 177 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Harinathpur?
Harinathpur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harinathpur was 44.11%. Male literacy was 52.90% and female literacy was 34.51%.