Heriajam

Heriajam is a village located in Nirsa Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chirkunda (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Hariyajam is the gram panchayat of Heriajam village.

Heriajam has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad 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 Heriajam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Heriajam is 362013. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.65 hectares. Nirsa Chirkunda is nearest town to Heriajam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Heriajam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,433 757 676
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 86 86
Scheduled Castes (SC) 92 38 54
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 69 38 31
Literate Population 1,011 591 420
Illiterate Population 422 166 256

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

  • The total population of Heriajam village is around 1,433, including approximately 757 males and 676 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Heriajam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Heriajam village has 92 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 69 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Heriajam village is about 70.55%, with male literacy at 78.07% and female literacy at 62.13%.
  • There are around 295 households in Heriajam village.

Connectivity of Heriajam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Heriajam. As per the 2011 stats, Heriajam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Heriajam

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Heriajam

Where is Heriajam located?
Heriajam village is situated in Nirsa Chirkunda Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heriajam?
The Gram Panchayat of Heriajam is Hariyajam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Heriajam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Heriajam is 1,433, with 757 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Heriajam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Heriajam village has a total of 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heriajam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Heriajam is 70.55%. The male literacy rate is 78.07%, while the female literacy rate is 62.13%.