Homhuna - Chitragam, Shopian
Homhuna is a village situated in the Chitragam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Shopian and around 15 km from Shopian. Urpara-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Homhuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Homhuna is 003351. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.5 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Homhuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Homhuna
As per Census 2011, Homhuna village has a total population of 1,050 people, consisting of 551 males and 499 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 544 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Homhuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,050 | 551 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 88 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 308 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 243 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Homhuna
Homhuna 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 Homhuna
Homhuna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Homhuna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Homhuna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Homhuna is about 15 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 Homhuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Homhuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Homhuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Homhuna 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Homhuna
Where is Homhuna located?
Homhuna village is located in Chitragam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Homhuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Homhuna is Urpara-a.
What is the pincode of Homhuna?
The pincode of Homhuna is 192303.
What is the population of Homhuna?
Homhuna has a total population of 1,050, including 551 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Homhuna?
There are 189 households in Homhuna.
What is the literacy rate in Homhuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Homhuna is 48.19%. Male literacy is 55.90% and female literacy is 39.68%.