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
According to the 2011 Census, Hedon village had a total population of 672 people, including 349 males and 323 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.65%, with male literacy at 78.00% and female literacy at 58.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 640.
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 | 672 | 349 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 640 | 331 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 672, including 349 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Hedon?
Hedon had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hedon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hedon was 68.65%. Male literacy was 78.00% and female literacy was 58.89%.