Harada

Harada is a village located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 26.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Arsha is the gram panchayat of Harada village.

Here you can discover what makes Harada unique in its vibrant Arsha-Puruliya region. You’ll see Harada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Harada

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harada is 331176. The village spans a total geographical area of 414 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723201. Purulia is nearest town to Harada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Harada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Harada

Population of Harada

According to the 2011 Census, Harada has a total population of about 910, with approximately 463 males and 447 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 733. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.47%, with male literacy at about 49.68% and female literacy near 24.83%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Harada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Harada

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harada. As per the 2011 stats, Harada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Harada

Knowing the nearby villages of Harada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harada.

Frequently Asked Questions about Harada