Hijla

Hijla is a village located in Binpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 32.2km away from sub-district headquarter Lalgarh. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Hijla village. As per 2009 stats, Bhelaidiha is the gram panchayat of Hijla village.

Hijla has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Hijla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hijla is 335639. The village spans a total geographical area of 215.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721515. Jhargram is nearest town to Hijla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Hijla

Below is a concise population overview of Hijla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,438 752 686
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 89 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 159 78 81
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 98 56 42
Literate Population 976 579 397
Illiterate Population 462 173 289

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hijla village:

  • The total population of Hijla village is around 1,438, including approximately 752 males and 686 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Hijla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hijla village has 159 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 98 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hijla village is about 67.87%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 57.87%.
  • There are around 309 households in Hijla village.

Connectivity of Hijla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hijla. As per the 2011 stats, Hijla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Hijla

Knowing the nearby villages of Hijla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hijla.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hijla

Where is Hijla located?
Hijla village is situated in Binpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hijla?
The Gram Panchayat of Hijla is Bhelaidiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hijla?
The pincode of Hijla is 721515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hijla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hijla is 1,438, with 752 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Hijla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hijla village has a total of 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hijla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hijla is 67.87%. The male literacy rate is 76.99%, while the female literacy rate is 57.87%.