Hegwal
About Hegwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hegwal village is 008378. Hegwal village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 84km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Hegwal village. As per 2009 stats, Gagwal is the gram panchayat of Hegwal village.
The total geographical area of village is 166.39 hectares. Hegwal has a total population of 1,065 peoples, out of which male population is 538 while female population is 527. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 979 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hegwal village is 72.39% out of which 75.46% males and 69.26% females are literate. There are about 201 houses in hegwal village. Pincode of hegwal village locality is 176204.
When it comes to administration, Hegwal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Hegwal village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Pathankot is nearest town to hegwal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Hegwal
The population details of Hegwal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,065 | 538 | 527 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 406 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 132 | 162 |
Connectivity of Hegwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hegwal
Where is Hegwal located?
Hegwal village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hegwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hegwal is Gagwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hegwal?
The pincode of Hegwal is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hegwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hegwal is 1,065, with 538 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Hegwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hegwal village has a total of 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hegwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hegwal is 72.39%. The male literacy rate is 75.46%, while the female literacy rate is 69.26%.