Herum - Panki, Palamu
Herum is a village situated in the Panki subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Kekar Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Herum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herum is 366373. The village covers a total geographical area of 428 hectares and falls under the 822122 pincode.
Herum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Herum
According to the 2011 Census, Herum village had a total population of 706 people, including 349 males and 357 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.86%, with male literacy at 47.73% and female literacy at 23.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 706 | 349 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 126 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 223 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Herum
Herum 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jolah Bigha | East | 1.56 km |
| Gorihara | West | 1.84 km |
| Ranadah | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Jaspur Alias Cheribar | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Khankhar | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Matnag | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Hatwar | North | 2.32 km |
| Duwarika | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Barodiri | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Kakargarh | South-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Herum
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Herum. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Herum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herum 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Herum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Herum 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Herum
Where is Herum located?
Herum village is located in Panki Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Herum?
The Gram Panchayat of Herum is Kekar Garh.
What is the pincode of Herum?
The pincode of Herum is 822122.
What is the population of Herum?
Herum had a total population of 706, including 349 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Herum?
Herum had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herum was 35.86%. Male literacy was 47.73% and female literacy was 23.95%.