Holanga - Bishrampur, Palamu
Holanga is a village situated in the Bishrampur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Sigsigi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holanga is 365743. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 822132 pincode.
Holanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Holanga
According to the 2011 Census, Holanga village had a total population of 629 people, including 330 males and 299 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.78%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 41.39%.
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 | 629 | 330 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 209 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 121 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Holanga
Holanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birja | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Ragda | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Sigsigi | South | 1.45 km |
| Bhitihara | West | 1.51 km |
| Kalianpur | West | 2.17 km |
| Sulumdag | East | 2.40 km |
| Kulhi | North | 2.42 km |
| Ataula | West | 2.46 km |
| Oria | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Lohardaga | South-East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Holanga
Holanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karkata, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.4 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Holanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Holanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holanga 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 Holanga
Where is Holanga located?
Holanga village is located in Bishrampur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Holanga is Sigsigi.
What is the pincode of Holanga?
The pincode of Holanga is 822132.
What is the population of Holanga?
Holanga had a total population of 629, including 330 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Holanga?
Holanga had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holanga was 60.78%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 41.39%.