Huroo - Budgam
Huroo is a village situated in the Budgam tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Budgam and around 1 km from Budgam. Razwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Huroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Huroo is 000679. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.3 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Huroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Huroo
According to the 2011 Census, Huroo village had a total population of 601 people, including 297 males and 304 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.37%, with male literacy at 75.73% and female literacy at 60.78%.
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 | 601 | 297 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 58 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 181 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 116 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Huroo
Huroo 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 Huroo
Huroo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Huroo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badgam to Huroo is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Huroo is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Huroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Huroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Huroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Huroo 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 Huroo
Where is Huroo located?
Huroo village is located in Budgam Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Huroo?
The Gram Panchayat of Huroo is Razwan.
What is the pincode of Huroo?
The pincode of Huroo is 191111.
What is the population of Huroo?
Huroo had a total population of 601, including 297 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Huroo?
Huroo had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Huroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huroo was 68.37%. Male literacy was 75.73% and female literacy was 60.78%.