Hedaspur - Baloda, Janjgir-Champa
Hedaspur is a village situated in the Baloda tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Baloda and around 40 km from Janjgir. Hedaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hedaspur is 436690. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.76 hectares and falls under the 495446 pincode. Baloda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Hedaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akaltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hedaspur
As per Census 2011, Hedaspur village has a total population of 2,505 people, consisting of 1,251 males and 1,254 females. The village has 601 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,470 literate and 1,035 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 925 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hedaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,505 | 1,251 | 1,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 206 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 925 | 469 | 456 |
| Literate Population | 1,470 | 852 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 399 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Hedaspur
Hedaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baksara | East | 1.86 km |
| Mukta | West | 2.01 km |
| Katsira | North | 2.24 km |
| Bhalpahri | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Pantora | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Bhatikuda | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Bharrakuda | North | 3.21 km |
| Patharri | West | 3.42 km |
| Gumiya | East | 3.50 km |
| Angarkhar | South | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hedaspur
Hedaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gevra Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Baloda to Hedaspur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Hedaspur is about 40 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 Hedaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hedaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hedaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hedaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hedaspur
Where is Hedaspur located?
Hedaspur village is located in Baloda Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hedaspur?
Hedaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hedaspur?
The pincode of Hedaspur is 495446.
What is the population of Hedaspur?
Hedaspur has a total population of 2,505, including 1,251 males and 1,254 females.
How many households are there in Hedaspur?
There are 601 households in Hedaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Hedaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hedaspur is 58.68%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 49.28%.