Hirni - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Hirni is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Hirni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirni is 227891. The village covers a total geographical area of 440 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Hirni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hirni
As per Census 2011, Hirni village has a total population of 7,783 people, consisting of 4,022 males and 3,761 females. The village has 1,703 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,887 literate and 3,896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,494 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,783 | 4,022 | 3,761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,328 | 694 | 634 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,494 | 753 | 741 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,887 | 2,413 | 1,474 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,896 | 1,609 | 2,287 |
Nearby Villages of Hirni
Hirni 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 Hirni
Public transport in the Hirni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Hirni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rosera to Hirni is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Hirni is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hirni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hirni
Where is Hirni located?
Hirni village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirni?
Hirni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirni?
The pincode of Hirni is 848213.
What is the population of Hirni?
Hirni has a total population of 7,783, including 4,022 males and 3,761 females.
How many households are there in Hirni?
There are 1,703 households in Hirni.
What is the literacy rate in Hirni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirni is 49.94%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 39.19%.