Heth Chakwa - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Heth Chakwa is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Barmania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heth Chakwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heth Chakwa is 369450. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.45 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Heth Chakwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Heth Chakwa
As per Census 2011, Heth Chakwa village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 85 males and 84 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heth Chakwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 45 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Heth Chakwa
Heth Chakwa 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 Heth Chakwa
Public transport in the Heth Chakwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Heth Chakwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heth Chakwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heth Chakwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Heth Chakwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heth Chakwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Heth Chakwa
Where is Heth Chakwa located?
Heth Chakwa village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heth Chakwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Heth Chakwa is Barmania.
What is the pincode of Heth Chakwa?
The pincode of Heth Chakwa is 814145.
What is the population of Heth Chakwa?
Heth Chakwa has a total population of 169, including 85 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Heth Chakwa?
There are 32 households in Heth Chakwa.
What is the literacy rate in Heth Chakwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heth Chakwa is 47.34%. Male literacy is 47.06% and female literacy is 47.62%.