Heche
Heche is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Heche village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Heche unique in its vibrant Sorab-Shimoga region. You’ll see Heche’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Heche
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Heche is 607532. The village spans a total geographical area of 1572.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577429. Sorab is nearest town to Heche village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Heche
Population of Heche
According to the 2011 Census, Heche has a total population of about 2,207, with approximately 1,123 males and 1,084 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.65%, with male literacy at about 77.29% and female literacy near 57.66%. There are around 537 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Heche's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,207 | 1,123 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,493 | 868 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 255 | 459 |
Connectivity of Heche
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Heche. As per the 2011 stats, Heche had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Heche
Knowing the nearby villages of Heche helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Heche.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heche
- Where is Heche located?
- Heche village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Heche?
- Heche serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Heche?
- The pincode of Heche is 577429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Heche as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Heche is 2,207, with 1,123 males and 1,084 females.
- How many households are there in Heche as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Heche village has a total of 537 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Heche as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Heche is 67.65%. The male literacy rate is 77.29%, while the female literacy rate is 57.66%.