Haral - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Haral is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8 km from Piyali and around 26.9 km from Alipore. Begumpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haral is 333900. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.23 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Haral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haral
As per Census 2011, Haral village has a total population of 2,730 people, consisting of 1,386 males and 1,344 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,767 literate and 963 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,730 | 1,386 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 136 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,579 | 1,311 | 1,268 |
| Literate Population | 1,767 | 994 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 963 | 392 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Haral
Haral 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 Haral
Haral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Haral.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Haral is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Haral is about 26.9 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 Haral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haral 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 Haral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haral
Where is Haral located?
Haral village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haral?
The Gram Panchayat of Haral is Begumpur.
What is the pincode of Haral?
The pincode of Haral is 700144.
What is the population of Haral?
Haral has a total population of 2,730, including 1,386 males and 1,344 females.
How many households are there in Haral?
There are 604 households in Haral.
What is the literacy rate in Haral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haral is 64.73%. Male literacy is 71.72% and female literacy is 57.51%.