Hijla
About Hijla
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hijla village is 340583. Hijla village is located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Hijla village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Petbindhi is the gram panchayat of Hijla village.
The total geographical area of village is 97.12 hectares. Hijla has a total population of 479 peoples, out of which male population is 246 while female population is 233. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hijla village is 72.23% out of which 79.67% males and 64.38% females are literate. There are about 97 houses in hijla village. Pincode of hijla village locality is 721517.
When it comes to administration, Hijla 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, Hijla village comes under Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Jhargram is nearest town to hijla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Hijla
The population details of Hijla 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 | 479 | 246 | 233 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 196 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 50 | 83 |
Connectivity of Hijla
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hijla
Where is Hijla located?
Hijla village is situated in Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hijla?
The Gram Panchayat of Hijla is Petbindhi (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 721517, 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 479, with 246 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Hijla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hijla village has a total of 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hijla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hijla is 72.23%. The male literacy rate is 79.67%, while the female literacy rate is 64.38%.