Heral Kalan - Kotra, Udaipur
Heral Kalan is a village situated in the Kotra tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotra and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Mewaron Ka Math serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heral Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heral Kalan is 105833. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 313708 pincode. Pindwara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Heral Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gogunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heral Kalan
As per Census 2011, Heral Kalan village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 121 males and 106 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heral Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 121 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 121 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 79 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Heral Kalan
Heral Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Heral Khurd | South | 0.89 km |
| Baniya War | North | 0.90 km |
| Dang | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Seera Ki Khand | East | 1.91 km |
| Chana Ki Umar | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Tuli Ka Khet | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Beran | West | 2.06 km |
| Mewaron Ka Math | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Biliya | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Teebarni Ka Khet | South | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heral Kalan
Public transport in the Heral Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Keshavganj, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| 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 Pindwara to Heral Kalan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Heral Kalan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heral Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heral Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Heral Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heral Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Heral Kalan
Where is Heral Kalan located?
Heral Kalan village is located in Kotra Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heral Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Heral Kalan is Mewaron Ka Math.
What is the pincode of Heral Kalan?
The pincode of Heral Kalan is 313708.
What is the population of Heral Kalan?
Heral Kalan has a total population of 227, including 121 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Heral Kalan?
There are 48 households in Heral Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Heral Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heral Kalan is 28.19%. Male literacy is 34.71% and female literacy is 20.75%.