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.
Here you can discover what makes Herike unique in its vibrant Dhuri-Sangrur region. You’ll see Herike’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Herike has a total population of about 3,177, with approximately 1,680 males and 1,497 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 904 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 60.50%, with male literacy at about 63.99% and female literacy near 56.58%. There are around 591 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Herike's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.