Helwa - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Helwa is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Helwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Helwa is 058450. The village covers a total geographical area of 324 hectares and falls under the 136030 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Helwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Helwa
According to the 2011 Census, Helwa village had a total population of 850 people, including 443 males and 407 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.55%, with male literacy at 73.71% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
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 | 850 | 443 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 152 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 272 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 171 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Helwa
Helwa 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 Helwa
Public transport in the Helwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Helwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Helwa is about 30 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 Helwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Helwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Helwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Helwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Helwa
Where is Helwa located?
Helwa village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Helwa?
Helwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Helwa?
The pincode of Helwa is 136030.
What is the population of Helwa?
Helwa had a total population of 850, including 443 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Helwa?
Helwa had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Helwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Helwa was 67.55%. Male literacy was 73.71% and female literacy was 60.98%.