Herakal
About Herakal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Herakal village is 604771. Herakal village is located in Siruguppa taluka of Bellary district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Siruguppa (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Bellary. As per 2009 stats, Kenchanagudda is the gram panchayat of Herakal village.
The total geographical area of village is 1290.41 hectares. Herakal has a total population of 1,857 peoples, out of which male population is 931 while female population is 926. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of herakal village is 38.34% out of which 47.26% males and 29.37% females are literate. There are about 349 houses in herakal village. Pincode of herakal village locality is 583211.
When it comes to administration, Herakal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Herakal village comes under Siruguppa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Koppal Lok Sabha constituency. Siruguppa is nearest town to herakal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Herakal
The population details of Herakal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,857 | 931 | 926 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 313 | 151 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 601 | 306 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 391 | 201 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 440 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,145 | 491 | 654 |
Connectivity of Herakal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Herakal
Where is Herakal located?
Herakal village is situated in Siruguppa Taluka, within the Bellary district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Herakal?
The Gram Panchayat of Herakal is Kenchanagudda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Herakal?
The pincode of Herakal is 583211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Herakal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Herakal is 1,857, with 931 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Herakal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Herakal village has a total of 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herakal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Herakal is 38.34%. The male literacy rate is 47.26%, while the female literacy rate is 29.37%.