Heruka
About Heruka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Heruka village is 316898. Heruka village is located in Mohammad Bazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.5km away from sub-district headquarter Patalnagar. Suri is the district headquarter of Heruka village. As per 2009 stats, Puranagram is the gram panchayat of Heruka village.
The total geographical area of village is 188.43 hectares. Heruka has a total population of 2,139 peoples, out of which male population is 1,061 while female population is 1,078. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1016 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of heruka village is 66.25% out of which 70.41% males and 62.15% females are literate. There are about 510 houses in heruka village. Pincode of heruka village locality is 731216.
When it comes to administration, Heruka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Heruka village comes under Sainthia Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Sainthia is nearest town to heruka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Heruka
The population details of Heruka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,139 | 1,061 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 232 | 104 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,417 | 747 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 314 | 408 |
Connectivity of Heruka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Heruka
Where is Heruka located?
Heruka village is situated in Mohammad Bazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heruka?
The Gram Panchayat of Heruka is Puranagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Heruka?
The pincode of Heruka is 731216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Heruka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Heruka is 2,139, with 1,061 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Heruka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Heruka village has a total of 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heruka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Heruka is 66.25%. The male literacy rate is 70.41%, while the female literacy rate is 62.15%.