Herhe - Barwadih, Latehar
Herhe is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Lat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Herhe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herhe is 366975. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Herhe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Herhe
According to the 2011 Census, Herhe village had a total population of 788 people, including 412 males and 376 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.76%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 35.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 648.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | 412 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 107 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 334 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 183 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 229 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Herhe
Herhe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkheta | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Lat | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Serengdag | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Tongari | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Gasedag | West | 3.44 km |
| Patradih | West | 3.51 km |
| Ramru | East | 3.75 km |
| Bere | West | 4.85 km |
| Meral | North | 5.73 km |
| Ladi | East | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Herhe
Herhe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhipadohar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Herhe is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Herhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herhe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Herhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Herhe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Herhe
Where is Herhe located?
Herhe village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Herhe?
The Gram Panchayat of Herhe is Lat.
What is the pincode of Herhe?
The pincode of Herhe is 829204.
What is the population of Herhe?
Herhe had a total population of 788, including 412 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Herhe?
Herhe had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herhe was 47.76%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 35.23%.