Hesla - Bagodar, Giridih
Hesla is a village situated in the Bagodar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Hesla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hesla is 352459. The village covers a total geographical area of 1069 hectares and falls under the 825322 pincode.
Hesla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hesla
As per Census 2011, Hesla village has a total population of 5,965 people, consisting of 3,062 males and 2,903 females. The village has 915 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,028 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,296 literate and 2,669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hesla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,965 | 3,062 | 2,903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,028 | 531 | 497 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 219 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,296 | 1,972 | 1,324 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,669 | 1,090 | 1,579 |
Nearby Villages of Hesla
Hesla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghaghra | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Dorio | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Bagodar | West | 3.47 km |
| Tirla | South | 3.50 km |
| Khambhra | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Khataiya | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Ambadih | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Banpura | North | 4.26 km |
| Dama | East | 4.61 km |
| Kharkharo | South-East | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hesla
Hesla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garea Bihar, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Hesla is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hesla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hesla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hesla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hesla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hesla
Where is Hesla located?
Hesla village is located in Bagodar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hesla?
Hesla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hesla?
The pincode of Hesla is 825322.
What is the population of Hesla?
Hesla has a total population of 5,965, including 3,062 males and 2,903 females.
How many households are there in Hesla?
There are 915 households in Hesla.
What is the literacy rate in Hesla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hesla is 55.26%. Male literacy is 64.40% and female literacy is 45.61%.