Hore - Hiranagar, Kathua
Hore is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Haripur serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hore village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hore is 002078. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Hore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hore
According to the 2011 Census, Hore village had a total population of 500 people, including 266 males and 234 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.75%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 500 | 266 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 90 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 203 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 63 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Hore
Hore 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 Hore
Hore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Hore.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hiranagar to Hore is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Hore is about 35 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 Hore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hore 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 Hore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hore
Where is Hore located?
Hore village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hore?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hore is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Hore?
The pincode of Hore is 184148.
What is the population of Hore?
Hore had a total population of 500, including 266 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Hore?
Hore had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hore was 80.75%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 75.00%.