Hethua - Rajpur, Buxar
Hethua is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Hethuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hethua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hethua is 248545. The village covers a total geographical area of 651 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Hethua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hethua
As per Census 2011, Hethua village has a total population of 3,329 people, consisting of 1,754 males and 1,575 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 631 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,047 literate and 1,282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 770 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hethua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,329 | 1,754 | 1,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 326 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 400 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 2,047 | 1,219 | 828 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,282 | 535 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Hethua
Hethua 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 Hethua
Hethua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Hethua is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hethua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hethua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hethua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hethua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hethua
Where is Hethua located?
Hethua village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hethua?
The Gram Panchayat of Hethua is Hethuan.
What is the pincode of Hethua?
The pincode of Hethua is 802122.
What is the population of Hethua?
Hethua has a total population of 3,329, including 1,754 males and 1,575 females.
How many households are there in Hethua?
There are 506 households in Hethua.
What is the literacy rate in Hethua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hethua is 61.49%. Male literacy is 69.50% and female literacy is 52.57%.