Heerpura - Barmer Gramin, Barmer
Heerpura is a village situated in the Barmer Gramin tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from Barmer and around 23 km from Barmer. Shivkar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heerpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heerpura is 088371. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 344001 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Heerpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barmer Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Heerpura
According to the 2011 Census, Heerpura village had a total population of 175 people, including 99 males and 76 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 768 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.84%, with male literacy at 72.94% and female literacy at 49.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 62 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 37 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Heerpura
Heerpura 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 Heerpura
Heerpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Heerpura is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heerpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heerpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Heerpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heerpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Heerpura
Where is Heerpura located?
Heerpura village is located in Barmer Gramin Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Heerpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Heerpura is Shivkar.
What is the pincode of Heerpura?
The pincode of Heerpura is 344001.
What is the population of Heerpura?
Heerpura had a total population of 175, including 99 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Heerpura?
Heerpura had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heerpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heerpura was 62.84%. Male literacy was 72.94% and female literacy was 49.21%.