Harat

Harat is a village located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.1km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 45.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Darda is the gram panchayat of Harat village.

Harat has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Harat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harat is 331741. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723143. Balarampur is nearest town to Harat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Harat

Below is a concise population overview of Harat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,008 521 487
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 79 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 22 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 389 208 181
Literate Population 524 333 191
Illiterate Population 484 188 296

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harat village:

  • The total population of Harat village is around 1,008, including approximately 521 males and 487 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Harat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harat village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 389 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harat village is about 51.98%, with male literacy at 63.92% and female literacy at 39.22%.
  • There are around 173 households in Harat village.

Connectivity of Harat

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Harat

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Harat

Where is Harat located?
Harat village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harat?
The Gram Panchayat of Harat is Darda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Harat?
The pincode of Harat is 723143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Harat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harat is 1,008, with 521 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Harat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harat village has a total of 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harat is 51.98%. The male literacy rate is 63.92%, while the female literacy rate is 39.22%.