Hekandair - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Hekandair is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 42.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hekandair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hekandair is 310686. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.99 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hekandair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hekandair
As per Census 2011, Hekandair village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 46 males and 36 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 782 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hekandair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Hekandair
Hekandair 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fayezpur | East | 0.65 km |
| Ilamtair | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Kashimpur | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Ramdebpur | North | 1.12 km |
| Enayatpur | East | 1.43 km |
| Chakrapanipur | South | 1.46 km |
| Mahurkismat | West | 1.48 km |
| Arazi Ilamtair | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Shyampur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Keshabpur | South-West | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hekandair
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Hekandair. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Hekandair is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Hekandair is about 42.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hekandair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hekandair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hekandair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hekandair 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hekandair
Where is Hekandair located?
Hekandair village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hekandair?
The Gram Panchayat of Hekandair is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Hekandair?
The pincode of Hekandair is 733124.
What is the population of Hekandair?
Hekandair has a total population of 82, including 46 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Hekandair?
There are 18 households in Hekandair.
What is the literacy rate in Hekandair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hekandair is 58.54%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 44.44%.