Herpura - Lahar, Bhind
Herpura is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Doonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Herpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herpura is 453587. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.65 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Lahar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Herpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Herpura
According to the 2011 Census, Herpura village had a total population of 922 people, including 489 males and 433 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.51%, with male literacy at 82.82% and female literacy at 49.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
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 | 922 | 489 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 123 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 352 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 137 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Herpura
Herpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Semra | West | 1.36 km |
| Barha | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Jamuha | East | 2.04 km |
| Dunda | West | 2.25 km |
| Jaitpura (aswar) | South | 2.25 km |
| Bhatpura | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Sujanpura | West | 3.17 km |
| Chandawali No.2 | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Tejpura | North | 3.53 km |
| Haluawapura | South-East | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Herpura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Herpura. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lahar to Herpura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Herpura is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Herpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Herpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Herpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Herpura
Where is Herpura located?
Herpura village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Herpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Herpura is Doonda.
What is the pincode of Herpura?
The pincode of Herpura is 477445.
What is the population of Herpura?
Herpura had a total population of 922, including 489 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Herpura?
Herpura had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herpura was 67.51%. Male literacy was 82.82% and female literacy was 49.73%.