Hira
Hira is a village located in Cheta tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 196km away from district headquarter Kupvi. Kupvi is the sub-district headquarter of Hira village. As per 2009 stats, Juddu Shilal is the gram panchayat of Hira village.
Hira has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Hira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hira is 025641. The village spans a total geographical area of 117.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171217. Chaupal is nearest town to Hira village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Hira village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hira
Population of Hira
Below is a concise population overview of Hira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 444 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 166 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 538 | 309 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 135 | 175 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hira village:
- The total population of Hira village is around 848, including approximately 444 males and 404 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Hira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hira village has 320 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Hira village is about 63.44%, with male literacy at 69.59% and female literacy at 56.68%.
- There are around 167 households in Hira village.
Connectivity of Hira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hira. As per the 2011 stats, Hira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hira
Knowing the nearby villages of Hira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hira
- Where is Hira located?
- Hira village is situated in Cheta Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hira?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hira is Juddu Shilal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hira?
- The pincode of Hira is 171217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hira is 848, with 444 males and 404 females.
- How many households are there in Hira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hira village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hira is 63.44%. The male literacy rate is 69.59%, while the female literacy rate is 56.68%.