Heledwip - Bagnan - II, Howrah
Heledwip is a village situated in the Bagnan - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.8 km from Bagnan and around 47.2 km from Howrah. Orphooli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heledwip village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heledwip is 333080. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.7 hectares and falls under the 711303 pincode. Barunda is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Heledwip village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Heledwip
As per Census 2011, Heledwip village has a total population of 2,035 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 994 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,583 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heledwip are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,035 | 1,041 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 162 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 851 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 190 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Heledwip
Heledwip 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 Heledwip
Public transport in the Heledwip is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Heledwip.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barunda to Heledwip is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Heledwip is about 47.2 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 Heledwip
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heledwip 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 Heledwip
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heledwip village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Heledwip
Where is Heledwip located?
Heledwip village is located in Bagnan - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heledwip?
The Gram Panchayat of Heledwip is Orphooli.
What is the pincode of Heledwip?
The pincode of Heledwip is 711303.
What is the population of Heledwip?
Heledwip has a total population of 2,035, including 1,041 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Heledwip?
There are 457 households in Heledwip.
What is the literacy rate in Heledwip?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heledwip is 77.79%. Male literacy is 81.75% and female literacy is 73.64%.