Hedon - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Hedon is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Hedon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hedon is 032365. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Hedon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hedon
As per Census 2011, Hedon village has a total population of 672 people, consisting of 349 males and 323 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 640 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hedon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 672 | 349 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 640 | 331 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 234 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 115 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Hedon
Hedon 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 Hedon
Hedon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Hedon is about 30 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 Hedon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hedon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hedon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hedon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hedon
Where is Hedon located?
Hedon village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hedon?
Hedon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hedon?
The pincode of Hedon is 144521.
What is the population of Hedon?
Hedon has a total population of 672, including 349 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Hedon?
There are 122 households in Hedon.
What is the literacy rate in Hedon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hedon is 59.97%. Male literacy is 67.05% and female literacy is 52.32%.