Hartora - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Hartora is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lalgeria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hartora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hartora is 338795. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.07 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Medinipur is the nearest town.
Hartora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Hartora
According to the 2011 Census, Hartora village had a total population of 289 people, including 150 males and 139 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.99%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 289 | 150 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 112 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Hartora
Hartora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranja | West | 1.20 km |
| Duli | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Pirakata | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Kendasol | East | 2.03 km |
| Bankisol | North | 2.05 km |
| Kunrajuri | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Pukharia Sol | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Shyamchak | South | 2.40 km |
| Bagasol | East | 2.48 km |
| Moulbani | East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hartora
Hartora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salboni, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Hartora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hartora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hartora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hartora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hartora
Where is Hartora located?
Hartora village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hartora?
The Gram Panchayat of Hartora is Lalgeria.
What is the pincode of Hartora?
The pincode of Hartora is 721516.
What is the population of Hartora?
Hartora had a total population of 289, including 150 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Hartora?
Hartora had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hartora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hartora was 77.99%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 71.43%.