Herike
Herike is a village located in Dhuri tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuri (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Herike village is also a gram panchayat.
Herike has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Herike
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Herike is 039595. The village spans a total geographical area of 996.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148025. Dhuri is nearest town to Herike village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Herike village comes under Sangrur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Herike
Population of Herike
Below is a concise population overview of Herike as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,177 | 1,680 | 1,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 174 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 468 | 436 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,922 | 1,075 | 847 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,255 | 605 | 650 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Herike village:
- The total population of Herike village is around 3,177, including approximately 1,680 males and 1,497 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 330 children aged 0–6 years in Herike village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Herike village has 904 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Herike village is about 60.50%, with male literacy at 63.99% and female literacy at 56.58%.
- There are around 591 households in Herike village.
Connectivity of Herike
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Herike. As per the 2011 stats, Herike had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Herike
Knowing the nearby villages of Herike helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Herike.
Frequently Asked Questions about Herike
- Where is Herike located?
- Herike village is situated in Dhuri Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Herike?
- Herike serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Herike?
- The pincode of Herike is 148025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Herike as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Herike is 3,177, with 1,680 males and 1,497 females.
- How many households are there in Herike as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Herike village has a total of 591 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Herike as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Herike is 60.50%. The male literacy rate is 63.99%, while the female literacy rate is 56.58%.