Hesla - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Hesla is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24 km from Manbazar and around 58.1 km from Purulia. Borojaragara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hesla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hesla is 332244. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.77 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Hesla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hesla
As per Census 2011, Hesla village has a total population of 1,058 people, consisting of 514 males and 544 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 572 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hesla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,058 | 514 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 263 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 346 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 168 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Hesla
Hesla 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 Hesla
Hesla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balarampur to Hesla is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Hesla is about 58.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hesla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hesla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hesla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hesla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hesla
Where is Hesla located?
Hesla village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hesla?
The Gram Panchayat of Hesla is Borojaragara.
What is the pincode of Hesla?
The pincode of Hesla is 723131.
What is the population of Hesla?
Hesla has a total population of 1,058, including 514 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Hesla?
There are 209 households in Hesla.
What is the literacy rate in Hesla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hesla is 54.06%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 41.54%.