Hir Gawas
Hir Gawas is a village located in Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dooru (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Anantnag.
Here you can discover what makes Hir Gawas unique in its vibrant Dooru-Anantnag region. You’ll see Hir Gawas’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 Hir Gawas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hir Gawas is 003872. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.6 hectares. Verinag is nearest town to Hir Gawas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Hir Gawas
Population of Hir Gawas
According to the 2011 Census, Hir Gawas has a total population of about 1,535, with approximately 817 males and 718 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 512 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 772. The overall literacy rate is approximately 16.87%, with male literacy at about 19.58% and female literacy near 13.79%. There are around 187 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hir Gawas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,535 | 817 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 285 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 772 | 438 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 160 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,276 | 657 | 619 |
Connectivity of Hir Gawas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hir Gawas. As per the 2011 stats, Hir Gawas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hir Gawas
Knowing the nearby villages of Hir Gawas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hir Gawas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hir Gawas
- Where is Hir Gawas located?
- Hir Gawas village is situated in Dooru Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Hir Gawas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hir Gawas is 1,535, with 817 males and 718 females.
- How many households are there in Hir Gawas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hir Gawas village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hir Gawas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hir Gawas is 16.87%. The male literacy rate is 19.58%, while the female literacy rate is 13.79%.