Heragaja - Haldwani, Nainital
Heragaja is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Heragaja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heragaja is 055205. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.4 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Heragaja 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 Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heragaja
According to the 2011 Census, Heragaja village had a total population of 887 people, including 448 males and 439 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.42%, with male literacy at 88.50% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 887 | 448 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 354 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 94 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Heragaja
Heragaja 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 Heragaja
Public transport in the Heragaja is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Heragaja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Haldwani to Heragaja is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Heragaja is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heragaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heragaja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Heragaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heragaja 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 Heragaja
Where is Heragaja located?
Heragaja village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Heragaja?
Heragaja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Heragaja?
The pincode of Heragaja is 263139.
What is the population of Heragaja?
Heragaja had a total population of 887, including 448 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Heragaja?
Heragaja had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heragaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heragaja was 83.42%. Male literacy was 88.50% and female literacy was 78.13%.