Hef Khuri - Chitragam, Shopian
Hef Khuri is a village situated in the Chitragam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Shopian and around 14 km from Shopian. Sugan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hef Khuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hef Khuri is 003318. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.8 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Hef Khuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hef Khuri
According to the 2011 Census, Hef Khuri village had a total population of 760 people, including 387 males and 373 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.75%, with male literacy at 64.65% and female literacy at 52.43%.
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 | 760 | 387 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 214 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 173 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Hef Khuri
Hef Khuri 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 Hef Khuri
Hef Khuri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hef Khuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shopiyan to Hef Khuri is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Hef Khuri is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hef Khuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hef Khuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hef Khuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hef Khuri 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 Hef Khuri
Where is Hef Khuri located?
Hef Khuri village is located in Chitragam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hef Khuri?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hef Khuri is Sugan.
What is the pincode of Hef Khuri?
The pincode of Hef Khuri is 192303.
What is the population of Hef Khuri?
Hef Khuri had a total population of 760, including 387 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Hef Khuri?
Hef Khuri had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hef Khuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hef Khuri was 58.75%. Male literacy was 64.65% and female literacy was 52.43%.