Herum Village - 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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Herum
As per Census 2011, Herum village has a total population of 706 people, consisting of 349 males and 357 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Herum are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 706 | 349 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| 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 has a total population of 706, including 349 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Herum?
There are 134 households in Herum.
What is the literacy rate in Herum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herum is 26.77%. Male literacy is 36.10% and female literacy is 17.65%.