Hesla - Chandwa, Latehar
Hesla is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Ladhup serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hesla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hesla is 367595. The village covers a total geographical area of 1109 hectares and falls under the 829203 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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hesla
As per Census 2011, Hesla village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 306 males and 343 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hesla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 306 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 78 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 220 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 76 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 88 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 218 | 273 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Childiri | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Dudhimati | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Kudra | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Ara | East | 3.17 km |
| Ganiari | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Senha | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Torar | West | 3.66 km |
| Hesalong | East | 3.81 km |
| Goli | South | 4.71 km |
| Pirdag | West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hesla
Hesla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahuamilan, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Hesla is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hesla
Where is Hesla located?
Hesla village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hesla?
The Gram Panchayat of Hesla is Ladhup.
What is the pincode of Hesla?
The pincode of Hesla is 829203.
What is the population of Hesla?
Hesla has a total population of 649, including 306 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Hesla?
There are 127 households in Hesla.
What is the literacy rate in Hesla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hesla is 24.35%. Male literacy is 28.76% and female literacy is 20.41%.