How many villages are in Herhanj Sub-district?
Herhanj Sub-district has 51 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 50 inhabited villages. They are part of Latehar district in Jharkhand.
Indian Village Directory
Herhanj Sub-district Village List
Herhanj Sub-district in Latehar district, Jharkhand has 51 Census 2011 village records, including 50 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 34,630 people, 5,979 households and 25,195.75 hectares. Reported local context includes 10 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Herhanj Sub-district has 51 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 50 inhabited villages. They are part of Latehar district in Jharkhand.
Villages51
Inhabited Villages50
Population34,630
Households5,979
Area (ha)25,195.75
CD Blocks1
Key Facts
- Location
- Herhanj Sub-district is in Latehar district, Jharkhand.
- Village Records
- 51 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 50
- Listed Population
- 34,630
- Households
- 5,979
- Recorded Village Area
- 25,195.75 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 10
- Largest by Population
- Chiru (2,546 people)
- Largest by Area
- Katang (1,515 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Chiru is the highest-population village listed in Herhanj Sub-district, with 2,546 people and 409 households. It represents 7.4% of the listed sub-district village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chiru | 2,546 | 7.4% | 409 | 6.2 | 603.46 | 421.9 | ||
| 2 | Humbu | 2,308 | 6.7% | 401 | 5.8 | 789 | 292.5 | ||
| 3 | Harhenj | 1,783 | 5.1% | 320 | 5.6 | 1,366.30 | 130.5 | Balumath | 20 |
| 4 | Nawada | 1,347 | 3.9% | 240 | 5.6 | 628 | 214.5 | 0 | |
| 5 | Ghure | 1,343 | 3.9% | 211 | 6.4 | 498 | 269.7 | ||
| 6 | Salaiya | 1,323 | 3.8% | 232 | 5.7 | 856.02 | 154.6 | ||
| 7 | Lawagara | 1,276 | 3.7% | 226 | 5.6 | 527.95 | 241.7 | ||
| 8 | Karandag | 1,158 | 3.3% | 200 | 5.8 | 723.73 | 160 | 0 | |
| 9 | Hur | 1,088 | 3.1% | 170 | 6.4 | 551.50 | 197.3 | 0 | |
| 10 | Tasu | 1,016 | 2.9% | 155 | 6.6 | 695.57 | 146.1 | 1 |
Largest Villages by Area
Katang has the largest recorded village area in Herhanj Sub-district, at 1,515 hectares. This is 6% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Katang | 1,515 | 6% | 671 | 44.3 | 110 | 0.07 | ||
| 2 | Harhenj | 1,366.30 | 5.4% | 1,783 | 130.5 | 320 | 0.23 | Balumath | 20 |
| 3 | Ichak | 1,352 | 5.4% | 516 | 38.2 | 103 | 0.08 | Balumam | 25 |
| 4 | Mari | 1,065.63 | 4.2% | 693 | 65 | 110 | 0.1 | Balumath | 25 |
| 5 | Salaiya | 856.02 | 3.4% | 1,323 | 154.6 | 232 | 0.27 | ||
| 6 | Chuku | 815 | 3.2% | 684 | 83.9 | 141 | 0.17 | Balumath | 25 |
| 7 | Humbu | 789 | 3.1% | 2,308 | 292.5 | 401 | 0.51 | ||
| 8 | Mailam | 772.10 | 3.1% | 615 | 79.7 | 128 | 0.17 | ||
| 9 | Bhargaon | 731.99 | 2.9% | 800 | 109.3 | 153 | 0.21 | 0 | |
| 10 | Karandag | 723.73 | 2.9% | 1,158 | 160 | 200 | 0.28 | 0 |
Population Summary
Herhanj Sub-district has 34,630 people in 5,979 households across 51 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village679
Average Household Size5.8
Inhabited Village %98%
Population Density / sq km137.4
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population34,630
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Herhanj villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 1 CD block and 10 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Chiru, Fulsu and Herang.
CD Blocks Reported1
Gram Panchayats Reported10
Nearest Town Names Reported7
CD blocks reported: Herhanj.
Gram Panchayats reported: Chiru, Fulsu, Herang, Herhanj, Sajaiya, Salaiya, Saliya, Sarandag, Serandag, Tasu.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Herhanj Sub-district is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 50 villages (98%), mobile coverage in 29 villages (57%), all-weather road in 37 villages (73%), domestic power supply in 37 villages (73%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 50 | 50 | 1 | 98.04 |
| Mobile Coverage | 29 | 50 | 22 | 56.86 |
| All-Weather Road | 37 | 50 | 14 | 72.55 |
| PDS Shop | 25 | 50 | 26 | 49.02 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 37 | 50 | 14 | 72.55 |
Median Nearest Town Distance0 km
Villages within 5 km29
Villages over 25 km1
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 29 | 74% |
| 5-10 Km | 4 | 10% |
| 10-25 Km | 5 | 13% |
| Over 25 Km | 1 | 2.6% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Herhanj villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 39 villages, with an average of 4.82 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 28.0 km for Ud. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 39 | 4.82 | 28 | Ud | Balumath |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Herhanj Sub-district. The page summarises 26 data fields and 1,257 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
View available data by section
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 305 | 204 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 100 | 62 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 152 | 150 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 400 | 102 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 100 | 66 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 50 | 25 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 150 | 105 |
Official Reference Links
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Villages in Herhanj Sub-district
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Herhanj Sub-district. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
A Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arahara | 367503 | 806 | 139 | 236.74 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandarlauria | 367521 | 515 | 86 | 153 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Bandua | 367516 | 579 | 116 | 560 | Herhanj | Sarandag | Available | Available | Not Available | Available | ||
| Bankita | 367508 | 313 | 60 | 310 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Baseta | 367513 | 0 | — | 58.27 | Herhanj | Herhanj | — | — | — | — | ||
| Bhargaon | 367522 | 800 | 153 | 731.99 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Bidir | 367514 | 264 | 48 | 335 | Herhanj | Herhanj | Available | Available | Available | Available | ||
| Bijra | 367498 | 825 | 139 | 107 | Herhanj | Chiru | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
C Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaea | 367517 | 346 | 56 | 234 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Chain | 367490 | 451 | 45 | 349 | Herhanj | Saliya | Available | Available | Available | Available | ||
| Chatuhaus | 367494 | 42 | 9 | 267.73 | Herhanj | Sajaiya | Bariyatu | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Chiru | 367500 | 2,546 | 409 | 603.46 | Herhanj | Chiru | Available | Not Available | Available | Available | ||
| Chuku | 367515 | 684 | 141 | 815 | Herhanj | Herhanj | Balumath | Available | Available | Available | Available |
D Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dori | 367526 | 189 | 37 | 157 | Herhanj | Serandag | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
G Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghure | 367484 | 1,343 | 211 | 498 | Herhanj | Herhanj | Available | Available | Available | Available |
H Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harhenj | 367482 | 1,783 | 320 | 1,366.30 | Herhanj | Herhanj | Balumath | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Hesatu | 367525 | 957 | 154 | 408 | Herhanj | Serandag | Available | Available | Not Available | Available | ||
| Humbu | 367497 | 2,308 | 401 | 789 | Herhanj | Chiru | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | ||
| Hundi | 367502 | 248 | 48 | 243 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Hundra | 367510 | 474 | 82 | 210.77 | Herhanj | Tasu | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Available | ||
| Hunjar | 367486 | 311 | 52 | 426 | Herhanj | Fulsu | Briyatu | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Hur | 367485 | 1,088 | 170 | 551.50 | Herhanj | Herhanj | Available | Available | Available | Available |
I Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ichak | 367481 | 516 | 103 | 1,352 | Herhanj | Herang | Balumam | Available | Available | Available | Available |
J Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jani | 367519 | 475 | 79 | 404 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Jawar | 367518 | 181 | 30 | 223 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kacha | 367492 | 327 | 53 | 459 | Herhanj | Salaiya | Not Available | Available | Available | Available | ||
| Karandag | 367491 | 1,158 | 200 | 723.73 | Herhanj | Salaiya | Available | Available | Available | Available | ||
| Kasiadih | 367504 | 272 | 46 | 126 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Kasmar | 367487 | 973 | 150 | 597.42 | Herhanj | Salaiya | Bariatu | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Katang | 367480 | 671 | 110 | 1,515 | Herhanj | Salaiya | Available | Available | Available | Available | ||
| Kenru | 367523 | 719 | 122 | 558 | Herhanj | Serandag | Not Available | Available | Not Available | Available | ||
| Khairatanr | 367489 | 254 | 47 | 156.31 | Herhanj | Salaiya | Kriyatu | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Khapia | 367524 | 659 | 102 | 579 | Herhanj | Serandag | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
L Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lath | 367507 | 216 | 47 | 416 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Lawagara | 367496 | 1,276 | 226 | 527.95 | Herhanj | Chiru | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | ||
| Lawagara | 367529 | 649 | 110 | 370 | Herhanj | Serandag | 0 | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mailam | 367495 | 615 | 128 | 772.10 | Herhanj | Salaiya | Available | Available | Available | Available | ||
| Mari | 367493 | 693 | 110 | 1,065.63 | Herhanj | Salaiya | Balumath | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Meral | 367512 | 357 | 53 | 615 | Herhanj | Herhanj | Available | Available | Available | Available | ||
| Mohanpur | 367505 | 388 | 70 | 148.08 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Munukdag | 367520 | 126 | 23 | 215 | Herhanj | Tasu | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
N Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nawada | 367509 | 1,347 | 240 | 628 | Herhanj | Herhanj | Available | Available | Available | Available |
S Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salaiya | 367488 | 1,323 | 232 | 856.02 | Herhanj | Salaiya | Available | Available | Available | Available | ||
| Sardhabar | 367511 | 670 | 110 | 488 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Sasang | 367528 | 460 | 93 | 317 | Herhanj | Serandag | Available | Available | Not Available | Available | ||
| Serandag | 367527 | 998 | 186 | 660 | Herhanj | Serandag | Available | Available | Not Available | Available | ||
| Serka | 367501 | 752 | 153 | 352.92 | Herhanj | Chiru | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | ||
| Sikid | 367530 | 424 | 71 | 682 | Herhanj | Not Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
T Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tasu | 367506 | 1,016 | 155 | 695.57 | Herhanj | Tasu | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | ||
| Tetebar | 367499 | 115 | 24 | 129.26 | Herhanj | Chiru | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
U Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ud | 367483 | 128 | 30 | 153 | Herhanj | Herhanj | Balumath | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Herhanj Sub-district?
Chiru is the most populated village listed for Herhanj Sub-district, with 2,546 people and 409 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Herhanj Sub-district?
Katang has the largest recorded village area in Herhanj Sub-district, at 1,515 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Herhanj Sub-district?
The administrative summary reports 10 Gram Panchayats for Herhanj Sub-district. Reported names include Chiru, Fulsu and Herang.
What village facilities are reported in Herhanj Sub-district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 50 villages, all-weather road in 37 villages, domestic power supply in 37 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What can I find in the Herhanj Sub-district village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Herhanj also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.