Herian - Hoshiarpur
Herian is a village situated in the Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hoshiarpur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Herian village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herian is 031751. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 144208 pincode. Hoshiarpur is the nearest town.
Herian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hoshiarpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Herian
As per Census 2011, Herian village has a total population of 867 people, consisting of 443 males and 424 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 646 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Herian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 867 | 443 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 282 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 354 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 89 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Herian
Herian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandori Kad | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Mukhliana | South | 1.67 km |
| Mona Kalan | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Rajpur Bhaian | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Mona Khurd | North | 2.32 km |
| Phuglana | West | 2.81 km |
| Bhungarni | South | 3.22 km |
| Hukran | North | 3.44 km |
| Harta | East | 3.86 km |
| Maujo Mazara | South-East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Herian
Herian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nasrala, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Herian is about 17 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 Herian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Herian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Herian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Herian
Where is Herian located?
Herian village is located in Hoshiarpur Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Herian?
Herian is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Herian?
The pincode of Herian is 144208.
What is the population of Herian?
Herian has a total population of 867, including 443 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Herian?
There are 188 households in Herian.
What is the literacy rate in Herian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herian is 74.51%. Male literacy is 79.91% and female literacy is 68.87%.