Haramdih - Barabazar, Purulia

Haramdih is a village situated in the Barabazar subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.4 km from Barabazar and around 35.6 km from Purulia. Sukurhutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haramdih village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Haramdih is 331826. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.03 hectares and falls under the 723127 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.

Haramdih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Haramdih

As per Census 2011, Haramdih village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 251 males and 298 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haramdih are given below:

Nearby Villages of Haramdih

Haramdih 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Haramdih

Haramdih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kantadih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Haramdih is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Haramdih is about 35.6 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 Haramdih

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haramdih village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Haramdih

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haramdih village are given below:

FAQs about Haramdih