Heran - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Heran is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Heran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heran is 029780. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.55 hectares and falls under the 144630 pincode. Lohian Khass is the nearest town.
Heran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heran
According to the 2011 Census, Heran village had a total population of 406 people, including 208 males and 198 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.04%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 406 | 208 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 147 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 61 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Heran
Heran 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 Heran
Heran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Heran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Heran is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Heran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heran 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 Heran
Where is Heran located?
Heran village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Heran?
Heran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Heran?
The pincode of Heran is 144630.
What is the population of Heran?
Heran had a total population of 406, including 208 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Heran?
Heran had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heran was 74.04%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 67.39%.