Hira - Kupvi, Shimla
Hira is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 196 km from Shimla. Judu Shillal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hira is 025641. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.87 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Hira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hira
According to the 2011 Census, Hira village had a total population of 848 people, including 444 males and 404 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.99%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 68.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 320.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 309 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 135 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Hira
Hira is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hira
Hira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Hira is about 196 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hira
Where is Hira located?
Hira village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hira?
The Gram Panchayat of Hira is Judu Shillal.
What is the pincode of Hira?
The pincode of Hira is 171217.
What is the population of Hira?
Hira had a total population of 848, including 444 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Hira?
Hira had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hira was 75.99%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 68.36%.