Herhanj

Herhanj is a Town and Subdivision in Latehar District of Jharkhand. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.

According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Herhanj Block (CD) is 02642. The total area of Herhanj Subdivision is 400 km². Herhanj has a sex ratio of approximately 948 females per 1,000 males.

List of Villages in Herhanj Subdivision

Herhanj Subdivision has a total of 50 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Herhanj Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.

#Village NameGram PanchayatNearest Town
1Arahara Tasu Herhanj
2Bandarlauria Tasu Herhanj
3Bandua Serendag Herhanj
4Bankita Tasu Herhanj
5Baseta Herhenj Herhanj
6Bhargaon Tasu Herhanj
7Bidir Herhenj Herhanj
8Bijra Chiru Herhanj
9Chaea Salaiya Herhanj
10Chain Amarwadih Herhanj
11Chatuhaus Salaiya Bariyatu
12Chiru Chiru Herhanj
13Chuku Herhenj Balumath
14Dori Serendag Herhanj
15Ghure Herhenj Herhanj
16Harhenj Herhenj Balumath
17Hesatu Serendag Herhanj
18Humbu Chiru Herhanj
19Hundi Tasu Herhanj
20Hundra Tasu Herhanj
21Hunjar Salaiya Briyatu
22Hur Herhenj Herhanj
23Ichak Jhabar Balumam
24Jani Tasu Herhanj
25Jawar Jhabar Herhanj
26Kacha Salaiya Herhanj
27Karandag Salaiya Herhanj
28Kasiadih Sheregara Herhanj
29Kasmar Salaiya Bariatu
30Katang Salaiya Herhanj
31Kenru Serendag Herhanj
32Khairatanr Salaiya Kriyatu
33Khapia Serendag Herhanj
34Lath Tasu Herhanj
35Lawagara Chiru Herhanj
36Mailam Salaiya Herhanj
37Mari Salaiya Balumath
38Meral Herhenj Herhanj
39Mohanpur Tasu Herhanj
40Munukdag Tasu Herhanj
41Nawada Herhenj Herhanj
42Salaiya Salaiya Herhanj
43Sardhabar Tasu Herhanj
44Sasang Serendag Herhanj
45Serandag Serendag Herhanj
46Serka Chiru Herhanj
47Sikid Serendag Herhanj
48Tasu Tasu Herhanj
49Tetebar Chiru Herhanj
50Ud Herhenj Balumath

Population of Herhanj Subdivision

The population profile of Herhanj Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.

Basic Population Details

This section offers a snapshot of Herhanj Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.

Particulars Total Rural Urban
Total Population 34,630 34,630 N/A
Male Population 17,772 17,772 N/A
Female Population 16,858 16,858 N/A
Child Population (Age 0–6) 7,159 7,159 N/A
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) 3,652 3,652 N/A
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) 3,507 3,507 N/A
Literate Population 15,004 15,004 N/A
Literate Male Population 9,337 9,337 N/A
Literate Female Population 5,667 5,667 N/A
Illiterate Population 19,626 19,626 N/A
Illiterate Male Population 8,435 8,435 N/A
Illiterate Female Population 11,191 11,191 N/A
Total Households 5,979 5,979 N/A

Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:

  • Total population is approximately 34,630 people. Includes nearly 17,772 males and 16,858 females. Rural population is about 34,630 people.
  • There are around 7,159 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,652 boys and 3,507 girls.
  • Literate population is about 15,004 people. Non-literate population is around 19,626 people.
  • There are nearly 5,979 households.

Social Structure and Density

This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Herhanj Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.

Particulars Total Rural Urban
Total SC Population 14,654 14,654 N/A
SC Male Population 7,410 7,410 N/A
SC Female Population 7,244 7,244 N/A
Total ST Population 8,534 8,534 N/A
ST Male Population 4,342 4,342 N/A
ST Female Population 4,192 4,192 N/A
Population Density 87 / km² 87 / km² N/A

Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:

  • Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Herhanj Subdivision is approximately 14,654 people, including 7,410 males and 7,244 females. Around 14,654 people live in rural parts.
  • Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Herhanj Subdivision is about 8,534 people, including 4,342 males and 4,192 females. Around 8,534 live in villages or rural parts.
  • In terms of density, overall population density is around 87 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 87 people per sq. km.