Hijalda

Hijalda is a village located in Debra subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Balichak are the district & sub-district headquarters of Hijalda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Radhamohanpur I is the gram panchayat of Hijalda village.

Hijalda 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 Hijalda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hijalda is 342516. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721131. Medinipur is nearest town to Hijalda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Hijalda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,344 663 681
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 173 89 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 208 104 104
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 213 104 109
Literate Population 870 473 397
Illiterate Population 474 190 284

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

  • The total population of Hijalda village is around 1,344, including approximately 663 males and 681 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Hijalda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hijalda village has 208 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 213 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hijalda village is about 64.73%, with male literacy at 71.34% and female literacy at 58.30%.
  • There are around 303 households in Hijalda village.

Connectivity of Hijalda

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

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

Nearby Villages of Hijalda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Hijalda

Where is Hijalda located?
Hijalda village is situated in Debra Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hijalda?
The Gram Panchayat of Hijalda is Radhamohanpur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hijalda?
The pincode of Hijalda is 721131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hijalda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hijalda is 1,344, with 663 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Hijalda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hijalda village has a total of 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hijalda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hijalda is 64.73%. The male literacy rate is 71.34%, while the female literacy rate is 58.30%.