Hedon

Hedon is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Hedon village is also a gram panchayat.

Hedon has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 Hedon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hedon is 032365. The village spans a total geographical area of 115 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144521. Balachaur is nearest town to Hedon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Hedon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 672 349 323
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 49 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 640 331 309
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 403 234 169
Illiterate Population 269 115 154

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

  • The total population of Hedon village is around 672, including approximately 349 males and 323 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Hedon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hedon village has 640 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Hedon village is about 59.97%, with male literacy at 67.05% and female literacy at 52.32%.
  • There are around 122 households in Hedon village.

Connectivity of Hedon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hedon. As per the 2011 stats, Hedon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Hedon

Knowing the nearby villages of Hedon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hedon.

Lohgarh Buthgarh Tej Palana Mahmudpur Bhaipur Mubarakpur Sarangpur Panj Peda Arazidarya Bramad Paragpur Hassanpur Kalan Ghurka Chahal

Frequently Asked Questions about Hedon

Where is Hedon located?
Hedon village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hedon?
Hedon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Hedon?
The pincode of Hedon is 144521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hedon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hedon is 672, with 349 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Hedon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hedon village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hedon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hedon is 59.97%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 52.32%.