Helar - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Helar is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Helar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Helar is 031946. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 146107 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Helar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Helar
According to the 2011 Census, Helar village had a total population of 436 people, including 218 males and 218 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.22%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 75.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 436 | 218 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 159 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 59 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Helar
Helar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Helar
Helar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Helar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Helar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Helar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Helar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Helar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Helar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Helar
Where is Helar located?
Helar village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Helar?
Helar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Helar?
The pincode of Helar is 146107.
What is the population of Helar?
Helar had a total population of 436, including 218 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Helar?
Helar had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Helar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Helar was 79.22%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 75.65%.