Haroa - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Haroa is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. Haroa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haroa is 323707. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.8 hectares and falls under the 743425 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Haroa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haroa
As per Census 2011, Haroa village has a total population of 2,399 people, consisting of 1,191 males and 1,208 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,654 literate and 745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haroa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,399 | 1,191 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 143 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 862 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 329 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Haroa
Haroa 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 Haroa
Haroa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Haroa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Haroa is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haroa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haroa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haroa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haroa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Haroa
Where is Haroa located?
Haroa village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haroa?
Haroa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haroa?
The pincode of Haroa is 743425.
What is the population of Haroa?
Haroa has a total population of 2,399, including 1,191 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Haroa?
There are 578 households in Haroa.
What is the literacy rate in Haroa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haroa is 68.95%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 65.56%.