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
As per Census 2011, Hira village has a total population of 848 people, consisting of 444 males and 404 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 444 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 166 | 154 |
| 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 has a total population of 848, including 444 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Hira?
There are 167 households in Hira.
What is the literacy rate in Hira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hira is 63.44%. Male literacy is 69.59% and female literacy is 56.68%.