Hindung - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Hindung is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Goilkera and around 86 km from Chaibasa. Sarugara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hindung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hindung is 377021. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.8 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakradharpur is the nearest town.
Hindung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hindung
According to the 2011 Census, Hindung village had a total population of 448 people, including 235 males and 213 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.24%, with male literacy at 51.98% and female literacy at 20.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 431.
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 | 448 | 235 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 58 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 230 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 92 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 143 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Hindung
Hindung 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulikera | North | 3.33 km |
| Shawsol | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Kamsai | West | 3.68 km |
| Chitir | South | 3.95 km |
| Joro | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Sarugara | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Orenga | South | 4.79 km |
| Katinkel | West | 4.80 km |
| Jante | North-East | 5.61 km |
| Tenda | South-West | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hindung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hindung. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Hindung is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hindung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hindung 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 Hindung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hindung 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 Hindung
Where is Hindung located?
Hindung village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hindung?
The Gram Panchayat of Hindung is Sarugara.
What is the pincode of Hindung?
The pincode of Hindung is 833103.
What is the population of Hindung?
Hindung had a total population of 448, including 235 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Hindung?
Hindung had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hindung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hindung was 36.24%. Male literacy was 51.98% and female literacy was 20.67%.