Hejam - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Hejam is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from Dasua and around 25 km from Hoshiarpur. Hezem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hejam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hejam is 030695. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Hejam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hejam
According to the 2011 Census, Hejam village had a total population of 668 people, including 364 males and 304 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.88%, with male literacy at 89.20% and female literacy at 81.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 423.
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 | 668 | 364 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 231 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 289 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 75 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Hejam
Hejam 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 Hejam
Hejam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hejam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Hejam is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hejam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hejam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hejam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hejam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Hejam
Where is Hejam located?
Hejam village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hejam?
The Gram Panchayat of Hejam is Hezem.
What is the pincode of Hejam?
The pincode of Hejam is 144216.
What is the population of Hejam?
Hejam had a total population of 668, including 364 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Hejam?
Hejam had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hejam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hejam was 85.88%. Male literacy was 89.20% and female literacy was 81.92%.