Harsud was a town and municipality in Khandwa in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Although the town was more than 700 years old, it was submerged under the waters of the Indira Sagar dam in July 2004.

Geography

Harsud was located at 22.1°N, 76.73°W and had an average elevation of 243 metres (800 feet). The town was relocated to Chhanera (New Harsud) after the old town was submerged.

Wards

15 Wards in Harsud.

Demographics

As of the 2001 Indian census, Harsud had a population of 15,871, and was 52% male and 48% female. Harsud's average literacy rate of 69%, 77% male literacy and 61% female literacy, was higher than the national average of 59.5%. 14% of Harsud's population was under 6 years of age.

Religions

As of the 2011 Indian census Hindu 81.87% Muslim 16.61% Jain 01.16% Christian 0.32% Sikh 0.01% Others 0.02%