Harihar Chak - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Harihar Chak is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Golar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harihar Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harihar Chak is 338276. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.55 hectares and falls under the 721260 pincode. Midnapore is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Harihar Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harihar Chak
As per Census 2011, Harihar Chak village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 106 males and 96 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harihar Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 91 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 15 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Harihar Chak
Harihar Chak 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 Harihar Chak
Harihar Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapore to Harihar Chak is about 40 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 Harihar Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harihar Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harihar Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harihar Chak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harihar Chak
Where is Harihar Chak located?
Harihar Chak village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harihar Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Harihar Chak is Golar.
What is the pincode of Harihar Chak?
The pincode of Harihar Chak is 721260.
What is the population of Harihar Chak?
Harihar Chak has a total population of 202, including 106 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Harihar Chak?
There are 40 households in Harihar Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Harihar Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harihar Chak is 70.30%. Male literacy is 85.85% and female literacy is 53.13%.