Heran
Heran is a village located in Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Raikot (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Heran village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Heran unique in its vibrant Raikot-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Heran’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Heran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Heran is 033690. The village spans a total geographical area of 735 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141107. Raikot is nearest town to Heran village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Heran
Population of Heran
According to the 2011 Census, Heran has a total population of about 2,820, with approximately 1,483 males and 1,337 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 310 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,334 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.89%, with male literacy at about 72.69% and female literacy near 66.79%. There are around 558 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Heran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,483 | 1,337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 168 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,334 | 706 | 628 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,078 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 405 | 444 |
Connectivity of Heran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Heran. As per the 2011 stats, Heran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Heran
Knowing the nearby villages of Heran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Heran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heran
- Where is Heran located?
- Heran village is situated in Raikot Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Heran?
- Heran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Heran?
- The pincode of Heran is 141107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Heran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Heran is 2,820, with 1,483 males and 1,337 females.
- How many households are there in Heran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Heran village has a total of 558 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Heran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Heran is 69.89%. The male literacy rate is 72.69%, while the female literacy rate is 66.79%.