Hardiya covers a total area of approximately 449 hectares. The region is part of the fertile Gangetic plains and experiences a subtropical climate. Agriculture is the primary occupation due to rich alluvial soil.[citation needed]
Administration
Hardiya functions under the Panchayati Raj system. The village is governed by a Gram Panchayat and administrated by an elected Mukhiya. As of the latest available data, the Mukhiya is Kabir Alam.[1]
Demographics
As per the 2011 Census of India, Hardiya has a total population of 11,458 living in 1,953 households. There are 5,943 males and 5,515 females, resulting in a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.[2]
Age distribution
Children aged 0–6 years number 2,585, accounting for 22.56% of the population. The child sex ratio is 954, higher than the Bihar average of 935.[2]
Literacy
The literacy rate of Hardiya is 58.01%, which is below the state average of 61.80%. Male literacy is 70.43%, while female literacy is 44.51%.[2]
Caste composition
Scheduled Castes make up 7.81% of the population (895 people), and only one individual belongs to the Scheduled Tribes.[2]
Economy
Most residents of Hardiya are engaged in agriculture. Out of the total population, 3,389 individuals are workers. Among them, 3,280 are main workers, while 109 are marginal workers. Of the main workers, 495 are cultivators and 2,274 are agricultural labourers.[2]
Education and infrastructure
The Panchayat has several schools providing primary and upper primary education:
Hardiya is connected to Raxaul by motorable roads. Raxaul town provides access to higher education, healthcare, and transportation facilities.[citation needed]
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