Hetkahan

Hetkahan is a village located in Jaipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.7km away from sub-district headquarter Jaipur (tehsildar office) and 53.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Upankahan is the gram panchayat of Hetkahan village.

Hetkahan has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Hetkahan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hetkahan is 329895. The village spans a total geographical area of 283.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723201. Puruliya is nearest town to Hetkahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Hetkahan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,157 1,095 1,062
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 350 167 183
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 102 57 45
Literate Population 927 628 299
Illiterate Population 1,230 467 763

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

  • The total population of Hetkahan village is around 2,157, including approximately 1,095 males and 1,062 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 350 children aged 0–6 years in Hetkahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hetkahan village has 102 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hetkahan village is about 42.98%, with male literacy at 57.35% and female literacy at 28.15%.
  • There are around 395 households in Hetkahan village.

Connectivity of Hetkahan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hetkahan. As per the 2011 stats, Hetkahan 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Hetkahan

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

Srirampur Jahajpur Khayertanr Upar Kahan Baruadi Jaypur Ghongha Dabar Balarampur Chakirban Loharsol

Frequently Asked Questions about Hetkahan

Where is Hetkahan located?
Hetkahan village is situated in Jaipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hetkahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Hetkahan is Upankahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hetkahan?
The pincode of Hetkahan is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hetkahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hetkahan is 2,157, with 1,095 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Hetkahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hetkahan village has a total of 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hetkahan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hetkahan is 42.98%. The male literacy rate is 57.35%, while the female literacy rate is 28.15%.