Hirapatti - Kumarkhand, Madhepura
Hirapatti is a village situated in the Kumarkhand subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarkhand and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Laxmipur Bhagwati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirapatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapatti is 225972. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.68 hectares and falls under the 852112 pincode. Murli Ganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Hirapatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Hirapatti
According to the 2011 Census, Hirapatti village had a total population of 190 people, including 100 males and 90 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.79%, with male literacy at 37.84% and female literacy at 20.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 99 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 72 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapatti
Hirapatti 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 Hirapatti
Hirapatti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murli Ganj to Hirapatti is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Hirapatti is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hirapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirapatti
Where is Hirapatti located?
Hirapatti village is located in Kumarkhand Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hirapatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirapatti is Laxmipur Bhagwati.
What is the pincode of Hirapatti?
The pincode of Hirapatti is 852112.
What is the population of Hirapatti?
Hirapatti had a total population of 190, including 100 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Hirapatti?
Hirapatti had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapatti was 29.79%. Male literacy was 37.84% and female literacy was 20.90%.