Veeri - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Veeri is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Veeri village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veeri is 003619. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.1 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Veeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijbehara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veeri
According to the 2011 Census, Veeri village had a total population of 2,753 people, including 1,342 males and 1,411 females, living in 396 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.43%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 45.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 2,753 | 1,342 | 1,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 213 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,406 | 844 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,347 | 498 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Veeri
Veeri 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 Veeri
Veeri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veeri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Veeri is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Veeri is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veeri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Veeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veeri
Where is Veeri located?
Veeri village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Veeri?
Veeri is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veeri?
The pincode of Veeri is 192124.
What is the population of Veeri?
Veeri had a total population of 2,753, including 1,342 males and 1,411 females.
How many households are there in Veeri?
Veeri had 396 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veeri was 59.43%. Male literacy was 74.76% and female literacy was 45.43%.