Heerpora - Shopian
Heerpora is a village situated in the Shopian tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Shopian and around 12 km from Shopian. Heerpora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heerpora is 003496. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.36 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Heerpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shopian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heerpora
As per Census 2011, Heerpora village has a total population of 8,540 people, consisting of 4,449 males and 4,091 females. The village has 1,446 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,675 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,353 literate and 5,187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 697 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heerpora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,540 | 4,449 | 4,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,675 | 906 | 769 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 697 | 362 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 3,353 | 2,092 | 1,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,187 | 2,357 | 2,830 |
Nearby Villages of Heerpora
Heerpora 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 Heerpora
Heerpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Shopiyan to Heerpora is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Heerpora is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heerpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heerpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Heerpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heerpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Heerpora
Where is Heerpora located?
Heerpora village is located in Shopian Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heerpora?
Heerpora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Heerpora?
The pincode of Heerpora is 192303.
What is the population of Heerpora?
Heerpora has a total population of 8,540, including 4,449 males and 4,091 females.
How many households are there in Heerpora?
There are 1,446 households in Heerpora.
What is the literacy rate in Heerpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heerpora is 39.26%. Male literacy is 47.02% and female literacy is 30.82%.