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
As per Census 2011, Harinathpur village has a total population of 337 people, consisting of 177 males and 160 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harinathpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 337, including 177 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Harinathpur?
There are 84 households in Harinathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harinathpur is 38.87%. Male literacy is 46.33% and female literacy is 30.63%.