Hesla

Hesla is a village located in Jhalda I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.6km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 61.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Pusti is the gram panchayat of Hesla village.

Hesla 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 Hesla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hesla is 331319. The village spans a total geographical area of 917.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723212. Jhalda is nearest town to Hesla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Hesla

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,130 1,084 1,046
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 322 158 164
Scheduled Castes (SC) 681 337 344
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 70 32 38
Literate Population 972 606 366
Illiterate Population 1,158 478 680

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

  • The total population of Hesla village is around 2,130, including approximately 1,084 males and 1,046 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Hesla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hesla village has 681 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 70 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hesla village is about 45.63%, with male literacy at 55.90% and female literacy at 34.99%.
  • There are around 412 households in Hesla village.

Connectivity of Hesla

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

Nearby Villages of Hesla

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Hesla

Where is Hesla located?
Hesla village is situated in Jhalda I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hesla?
The Gram Panchayat of Hesla is Pusti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hesla?
The pincode of Hesla is 723212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hesla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hesla is 2,130, with 1,084 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Hesla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hesla village has a total of 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hesla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hesla is 45.63%. The male literacy rate is 55.90%, while the female literacy rate is 34.99%.