Herani
Herani is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Panthan is the gram panchayat of Herani village.
Herani has its own place in the vibrant Doda 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 Herani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Herani is 004243. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182201. Thathra is nearest town to Herani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Herani 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 Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Herani
Population of Herani
Below is a concise population overview of Herani 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 | 273 | 131 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 130 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 167 | 92 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 39 | 67 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Herani village:
- The total population of Herani village is around 273, including approximately 131 males and 142 females, with a sex ratio of 1083 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Herani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Herani village has 272 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Herani village is about 61.17%, with male literacy at 70.23% and female literacy at 52.82%.
- There are around 53 households in Herani village.
Connectivity of Herani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Herani. As per the 2011 stats, Herani 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 Herani
Knowing the nearby villages of Herani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Herani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Herani
- Where is Herani located?
- Herani village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Herani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Herani is Panthan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Herani?
- The pincode of Herani is 182201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Herani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Herani is 273, with 131 males and 142 females.
- How many households are there in Herani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Herani village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Herani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Herani is 61.17%. The male literacy rate is 70.23%, while the female literacy rate is 52.82%.