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
As per Census 2011, Holanga village has a total population of 629 people, consisting of 330 males and 299 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 319 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Holanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 330 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| 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 has a total population of 629, including 330 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Holanga?
There are 123 households in Holanga.
What is the literacy rate in Holanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holanga is 49.28%. Male literacy is 63.33% and female literacy is 33.78%.