Hethtola - Garu, Latehar
Hethtola is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Karwai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hethtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hethtola is 367161. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Hethtola 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 Hethtola
As per Census 2011, Hethtola village has a total population of 240 people, consisting of 123 males and 117 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hethtola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 115 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 55 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 68 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Hethtola
Hethtola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kui | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Baherwa Tola | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Goendi | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Karwai | North | 2.07 km |
| Korwatola | East | 2.22 km |
| Lohargara | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Tola Hurdag Alias Chirodih | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Daldalia | West | 2.58 km |
| Hurdag | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Doram | East | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hethtola
Hethtola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| 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 Latehar to Hethtola is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hethtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hethtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hethtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hethtola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hethtola
Where is Hethtola located?
Hethtola village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hethtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Hethtola is Karwai.
What is the pincode of Hethtola?
The pincode of Hethtola is 829204.
What is the population of Hethtola?
Hethtola has a total population of 240, including 123 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Hethtola?
There are 46 households in Hethtola.
What is the literacy rate in Hethtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hethtola is 36.67%. Male literacy is 44.72% and female literacy is 28.21%.