Hijalhat

Hijalhat is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.1km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 41.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Hariharpur is the gram panchayat of Hijalhat village.

Here you can discover what makes Hijalhat unique in its vibrant Magrahat I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Hijalhat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Hijalhat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hijalhat is 334152. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743375. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Hijalhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Hijalhat

According to the 2011 Census, Hijalhat has a total population of about 3,603, with approximately 1,884 males and 1,719 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 658 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.17%, with male literacy at about 63.11% and female literacy near 61.14%. There are around 617 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hijalhat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,603 1,884 1,719
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 658 340 318
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,240 1,189 1,051
Illiterate Population 1,363 695 668

Connectivity of Hijalhat

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

Nearby Villages of Hijalhat

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Hijalhat

Where is Hijalhat located?
Hijalhat village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hijalhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Hijalhat is Hariharpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hijalhat?
The pincode of Hijalhat is 743375, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hijalhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hijalhat is 3,603, with 1,884 males and 1,719 females.
How many households are there in Hijalhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hijalhat village has a total of 617 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hijalhat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hijalhat is 62.17%. The male literacy rate is 63.11%, while the female literacy rate is 61.14%.