Harimul - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Harimul is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.5 km from Piyali and around 44.7 km from Alipore. Belegachhia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harimul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harimul is 333991. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.47 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Harimul 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 Harimul
According to the 2011 Census, Harimul village had a total population of 2,999 people, including 1,535 males and 1,464 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.97%, with male literacy at 74.10% and female literacy at 59.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 656.
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 | 2,999 | 1,535 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 257 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 656 | 346 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,671 | 947 | 724 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,328 | 588 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Harimul
Harimul 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 Harimul
Harimul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Harimul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Harimul is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Harimul is about 44.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harimul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harimul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harimul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harimul 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Harimul
Where is Harimul located?
Harimul village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harimul?
The Gram Panchayat of Harimul is Belegachhia.
What is the pincode of Harimul?
The pincode of Harimul is 700144.
What is the population of Harimul?
Harimul had a total population of 2,999, including 1,535 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in Harimul?
Harimul had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harimul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harimul was 66.97%. Male literacy was 74.10% and female literacy was 59.49%.