Herum - Lawalaung, Chatra
Herum is a village situated in the Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lawalaung and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Hedum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Herum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herum is 348597. The village covers a total geographical area of 705 hectares and falls under the 825103 pincode. Chatra is the nearest town.
Herum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Herum
As per Census 2011, Herum village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,097 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 778 literate and 1,435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Herum are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Herum
Herum is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandu | North | 2.13 km |
| Kalyanpur | East | 2.46 km |
| Lowalang | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Konchi | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Hutru | West | 2.90 km |
| Harauhopa | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Ara-atu | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Sohawan | North | 3.88 km |
| Bahagara | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Lutu | North | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Herum
Herum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tori, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Herum is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Herum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Herum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Herum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Herum
Where is Herum located?
Herum village is located in Lawalaung Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Herum?
The Gram Panchayat of Herum is Hedum.
What is the pincode of Herum?
The pincode of Herum is 825103.
What is the population of Herum?
Herum has a total population of 2,213, including 1,116 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Herum?
There are 392 households in Herum.
What is the literacy rate in Herum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herum is 35.16%. Male literacy is 45.52% and female literacy is 24.61%.