Helan

Helan is a village located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Helan village. As per 2009 stats, Charodi is the gram panchayat of Helan village.

Here you can discover what makes Helan unique in its vibrant Chaurah-Chamba region. You’ll see Helan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Helan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Helan is 007016. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176316. Chamba is nearest town to Helan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Helan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Helan

According to the 2011 Census, Helan has a total population of about 207, with approximately 108 males and 99 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.86%, with male literacy at about 56.48% and female literacy near 36.36%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Helan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 207 108 99
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 17 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 19 20
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 97 61 36
Illiterate Population 110 47 63

Connectivity of Helan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Helan. As per the 2011 stats, Helan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Helan

Knowing the nearby villages of Helan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Helan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Helan

Where is Helan located?
Helan village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Helan?
The Gram Panchayat of Helan is Charodi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Helan?
The pincode of Helan is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Helan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Helan is 207, with 108 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Helan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Helan village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Helan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Helan is 46.86%. The male literacy rate is 56.48%, while the female literacy rate is 36.36%.