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.

Heche has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Heche

Below is a concise population overview of Heche as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Heche village:

  • The total population of Heche village is around 2,207, including approximately 1,123 males and 1,084 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Heche village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Heche village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Heche village is about 67.65%, with male literacy at 77.29% and female literacy at 57.66%.
  • There are around 537 households in Heche village.

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%.