Hermain - Harmain, Shopian
Hermain is a village situated in the Harmain tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Shopian and around 12 km from Shopian. Herman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hermain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hermain is 003448. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.1 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hermain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hermain
According to the 2011 Census, Hermain village had a total population of 3,334 people, including 1,606 males and 1,728 females, living in 513 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.60%, with male literacy at 72.44% and female literacy at 53.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 3,334 | 1,606 | 1,728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 238 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,798 | 991 | 807 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,536 | 615 | 921 |
Nearby Villages of Hermain
Hermain 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 Hermain
Hermain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Hermain is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Hermain is about 12 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 Hermain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hermain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hermain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hermain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hermain
Where is Hermain located?
Hermain village is located in Harmain Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hermain?
The Gram Panchayat of Hermain is Herman.
What is the pincode of Hermain?
The pincode of Hermain is 192303.
What is the population of Hermain?
Hermain had a total population of 3,334, including 1,606 males and 1,728 females.
How many households are there in Hermain?
Hermain had 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hermain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hermain was 62.60%. Male literacy was 72.44% and female literacy was 53.66%.