Hiller - Dooru, Anantnag
Hiller is a village situated in the Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dooru and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Hiller village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiller is 003850. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.1 hectares and falls under the 192211 pincode. Qazigund is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Hiller village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hiller
According to the 2011 Census, Hiller village had a total population of 2,702 people, including 1,424 males and 1,278 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.37%, with male literacy at 75.43% and female literacy at 54.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 2,702 | 1,424 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 431 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 100 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 749 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,456 | 675 | 781 |
Nearby Villages of Hiller
Hiller 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 Hiller
Hiller is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Hiller has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Qazigund to Hiller is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Hiller is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiller
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiller village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hiller
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiller village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hiller
Where is Hiller located?
Hiller village is located in Dooru Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hiller?
Hiller is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hiller?
The pincode of Hiller is 192211.
What is the population of Hiller?
Hiller had a total population of 2,702, including 1,424 males and 1,278 females.
How many households are there in Hiller?
Hiller had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hiller?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiller was 65.37%. Male literacy was 75.43% and female literacy was 54.44%.