Herum

Herum is a village located in Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Lawalaung (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Hedum is the gram panchayat of Herum village.

Herum has its own place in the vibrant Chatra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Herum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Herum is 348597. The village spans a total geographical area of 705 hectares. Chatra is nearest town to Herum village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Herum

Below is a concise population overview of Herum as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,213 1,116 1,097
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 505 235 270
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,581 800 781
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 5 6
Literate Population 778 508 270
Illiterate Population 1,435 608 827

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Herum village:

  • The total population of Herum village is around 2,213, including approximately 1,116 males and 1,097 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 505 children aged 0–6 years in Herum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Herum village has 1,581 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Herum village is about 35.16%, with male literacy at 45.52% and female literacy at 24.61%.
  • There are around 392 households in Herum village.

Connectivity of Herum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Herum. As per the 2011 stats, Herum 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Herum

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Herum

Where is Herum located?
Herum village is situated in Lawalaung Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Herum?
The Gram Panchayat of Herum is Hedum (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Herum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Herum is 2,213, with 1,116 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Herum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Herum village has a total of 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Herum is 35.16%. The male literacy rate is 45.52%, while the female literacy rate is 24.61%.