Hedlag
Hedlag is a village located in Katkamsandi subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Katkamsandi (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Kanchanpur is the gram panchayat of Hedlag village.
Here you can discover what makes Hedlag unique in its vibrant Katkamsandi-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Hedlag’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 Hedlag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hedlag is 368640. The village spans a total geographical area of 285.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825319. Katkamsandi is nearest town to Hedlag village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Hedlag village comes under Hazaribagh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Hedlag
Population of Hedlag
According to the 2011 Census, Hedlag has a total population of about 1,891, with approximately 998 males and 893 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 315 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 598 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.02%, with male literacy at about 67.23% and female literacy near 49.83%. There are around 326 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hedlag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,891 | 998 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 159 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 324 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 671 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 327 | 448 |
Connectivity of Hedlag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hedlag. As per the 2011 stats, Hedlag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hedlag
Knowing the nearby villages of Hedlag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hedlag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hedlag
- Where is Hedlag located?
- Hedlag village is situated in Katkamsandi Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hedlag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hedlag is Kanchanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hedlag?
- The pincode of Hedlag is 825319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hedlag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hedlag is 1,891, with 998 males and 893 females.
- How many households are there in Hedlag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hedlag village has a total of 326 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hedlag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hedlag is 59.02%. The male literacy rate is 67.23%, while the female literacy rate is 49.83%.