Harimara - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Harimara is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Makli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harimara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harimara is 336467. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.81 hectares and falls under the 721121 pincode. Garhbeta is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Harimara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harimara
As per Census 2011, Harimara village has a total population of 905 people, consisting of 475 males and 430 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harimara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 905 | 475 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 319 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 370 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 105 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Harimara
Harimara 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 Harimara
Harimara 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 >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 Garhbeta to Harimara is about 21 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 Harimara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harimara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harimara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harimara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harimara
Where is Harimara located?
Harimara village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harimara?
The Gram Panchayat of Harimara is Makli.
What is the pincode of Harimara?
The pincode of Harimara is 721121.
What is the population of Harimara?
Harimara has a total population of 905, including 475 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Harimara?
There are 204 households in Harimara.
What is the literacy rate in Harimara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harimara is 71.16%. Male literacy is 77.89% and female literacy is 63.72%.