Heral Khurd - Kotra, Udaipur
Heral Khurd 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. Dang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heral Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heral Khurd is 105832. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 313708 pincode. Pindwara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Heral Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Heral Khurd village has a total population of 167 people, consisting of 85 males and 82 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heral Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 33 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 52 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Heral Khurd
Heral Khurd 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 Kalan | North | 0.89 km |
| Dang | East | 1.28 km |
| Tuli Ka Khet | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Baniya War | North | 1.79 km |
| Beran | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Teebarni Ka Khet | South | 2.05 km |
| Biliya | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Seera Ki Khand | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Chana Ki Umar | North | 2.64 km |
| Jar Ka Khadra | East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heral Khurd
Heral Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 53.2 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 Khurd is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Heral Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heral Khurd 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Heral Khurd
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 Khurd 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Heral Khurd
Where is Heral Khurd located?
Heral Khurd village is located in Kotra Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heral Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Heral Khurd is Dang.
What is the pincode of Heral Khurd?
The pincode of Heral Khurd is 313708.
What is the population of Heral Khurd?
Heral Khurd has a total population of 167, including 85 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Heral Khurd?
There are 34 households in Heral Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Heral Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heral Khurd is 28.74%. Male literacy is 38.82% and female literacy is 18.29%.