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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Hiller village has a total population of 2,702 people, consisting of 1,424 males and 1,278 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 796 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,246 literate and 1,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiller are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,702 | 1,424 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 431 | 365 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Hiller?
Hiller is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hiller?
The pincode of Hiller is 192211.
What is the population of Hiller?
Hiller has a total population of 2,702, including 1,424 males and 1,278 females.
How many households are there in Hiller?
There are 289 households in Hiller.
What is the literacy rate in Hiller?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiller is 46.11%. Male literacy is 52.60% and female literacy is 38.89%.