Haridi - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Haridi is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.4 km from Manbazar and around 52.2 km from Purulia. Borojaragara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridi is 332250. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.4 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Haridi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Haridi
According to the 2011 Census, Haridi village had a total population of 157 people, including 81 males and 76 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.61%, with male literacy at 57.35% and female literacy at 26.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 39 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 42 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Haridi
Haridi 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 Haridi
Public transport in the Haridi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balarampur to Haridi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Haridi is about 52.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haridi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haridi 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 Haridi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haridi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haridi
Where is Haridi located?
Haridi village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haridi?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridi is Borojaragara.
What is the pincode of Haridi?
The pincode of Haridi is 723131.
What is the population of Haridi?
Haridi had a total population of 157, including 81 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Haridi?
Haridi had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haridi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridi was 41.61%. Male literacy was 57.35% and female literacy was 26.09%.