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.
Here you can discover what makes Herum unique in its vibrant Lawalaung-Chatra region. You’ll see Herum’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 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.
Google Map of Herum
Population of Herum
According to the 2011 Census, Herum has a total population of about 2,213, with approximately 1,116 males and 1,097 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 505 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,581 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.16%, with male literacy at about 45.52% and female literacy near 24.61%. There are around 392 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Herum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.