Heb - Thural, Kangra
Heb is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Thural Kana Sabhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heb is 011127. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.14 hectares and falls under the 176107 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Heb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heb
According to the 2011 Census, Heb village had a total population of 238 people, including 120 males and 118 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.91%, with male literacy at 97.27% and female literacy at 92.45%.
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 | 238 | 120 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Heb
Heb 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 Heb
Heb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Heb is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Heb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heb 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Heb
Where is Heb located?
Heb village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heb?
The Gram Panchayat of Heb is Thural Kana Sabhan.
What is the pincode of Heb?
The pincode of Heb is 176107.
What is the population of Heb?
Heb had a total population of 238, including 120 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Heb?
Heb had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heb was 94.91%. Male literacy was 97.27% and female literacy was 92.45%.