Heremda - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Heremda is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Bandgaon and around 66 km from Chaibasa. Sawania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heremda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heremda is 377138. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Heremda 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 Heremda
According to the 2011 Census, Heremda village had a total population of 55 people, including 35 males and 20 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 571 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.89%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 20 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Heremda
Heremda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karika | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Kokorbo | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Tirla | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Mamla | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Katingkel | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Saridiri | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Harni | East | 2.60 km |
| Tokad | North | 2.75 km |
| Karkata | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Dombari | South-East | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heremda
Public transport in the Heremda is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Heremda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heremda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heremda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Heremda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heremda 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 Heremda
Where is Heremda located?
Heremda village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heremda?
The Gram Panchayat of Heremda is Sawania.
What is the pincode of Heremda?
The pincode of Heremda is 833201.
What is the population of Heremda?
Heremda had a total population of 55, including 35 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Heremda?
Heremda had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heremda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heremda was 48.89%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 11.11%.