Heerwana - Gudhagorji, Jhunjhunu
Heerwana is a village situated in the Gudhagorji tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Udaipurwati and around 42 km from Jhunjhunun. Mainpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heerwana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heerwana is 071744. The village covers a total geographical area of 833.22 hectares and falls under the 333053 pincode. Udaipurwati is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Heerwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipurwati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heerwana
As per Census 2011, Heerwana village has a total population of 1,265 people, consisting of 658 males and 607 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heerwana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 658 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 454 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 204 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Heerwana
Heerwana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanwara | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Mainpura | North | 1.62 km |
| Keerpura | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Kishorpura | South | 3.05 km |
| Garhla Khurd | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Kakrana | East | 4.48 km |
| Khatkar | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Garhla Kalan | East | 4.55 km |
| Neori | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Dhani Kanika | West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heerwana
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Heerwana. The nearest railway station is Balwant Pura Chelasi, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udaipurwati to Heerwana is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhunjhunun to Heerwana is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heerwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heerwana 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Heerwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heerwana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Heerwana
Where is Heerwana located?
Heerwana village is located in Gudhagorji Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heerwana?
The Gram Panchayat of Heerwana is Mainpura.
What is the pincode of Heerwana?
The pincode of Heerwana is 333053.
What is the population of Heerwana?
Heerwana has a total population of 1,265, including 658 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Heerwana?
There are 217 households in Heerwana.
What is the literacy rate in Heerwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heerwana is 58.02%. Male literacy is 69.00% and female literacy is 46.13%.