Heerahedi - Roorkee, Haridwar
Heerahedi is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Roorkee and around 40 km from Hardwar. Heerahedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heerahedi is 056481. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.76 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Heerahedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heerahedi
According to the 2011 Census, Heerahedi village had a total population of 929 people, including 503 males and 426 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 84.83% and female literacy at 64.71%.
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 | 929 | 503 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 358 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 145 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Heerahedi
Heerahedi 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 Heerahedi
Heerahedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Heerahedi.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Heerahedi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Heerahedi is about 40 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 Heerahedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heerahedi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Heerahedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heerahedi 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 Heerahedi
Where is Heerahedi located?
Heerahedi village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Heerahedi?
Heerahedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Heerahedi?
The pincode of Heerahedi is 247667.
What is the population of Heerahedi?
Heerahedi had a total population of 929, including 503 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Heerahedi?
Heerahedi had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heerahedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heerahedi was 75.61%. Male literacy was 84.83% and female literacy was 64.71%.