Halmad - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Halmad is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 39 km from Bandgano and around 64 km from Chaibasa. Tebo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halmad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halmad is 377186. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.6 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Halmad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halmad
According to the 2011 Census, Halmad village had a total population of 255 people, including 128 males and 127 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.95%, with male literacy at 41.59% and female literacy at 17.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 255.
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 | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 47 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 81 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Halmad
Halmad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Halmad
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Halmad. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Halmad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Halmad is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halmad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halmad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Halmad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halmad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halmad
Where is Halmad located?
Halmad village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halmad?
The Gram Panchayat of Halmad is Tebo.
What is the pincode of Halmad?
The pincode of Halmad is 833201.
What is the population of Halmad?
Halmad had a total population of 255, including 128 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Halmad?
Halmad had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halmad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halmad was 29.95%. Male literacy was 41.59% and female literacy was 17.31%.