Hirde Nagar - Basantpur, Supaul
Hirde Nagar is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Hirday Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirde Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirde Nagar is 220980. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hirde Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hirde Nagar
As per Census 2011, Hirde Nagar village has a total population of 5,118 people, consisting of 2,671 males and 2,447 females. The village has 1,121 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 915 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,629 literate and 2,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,024 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirde Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,118 | 2,671 | 2,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 915 | 455 | 460 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,024 | 540 | 484 |
| Literate Population | 2,629 | 1,606 | 1,023 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,489 | 1,065 | 1,424 |
Nearby Villages of Hirde Nagar
Hirde Nagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hedolwa | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Bhawanipur | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Mohanpur | East | 2.07 km |
| Hanuman Nagar | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Barantpur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Basantpur | North | 2.56 km |
| Sitapur | South | 2.56 km |
| Kapurah | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Puraini | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Balbhadarpur | South-East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirde Nagar
Hirde Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Hirde Nagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Hirde Nagar 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 Hirde Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirde Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hirde Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirde Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Hirde Nagar
Where is Hirde Nagar located?
Hirde Nagar village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirde Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirde Nagar is Hirday Nagar.
What is the pincode of Hirde Nagar?
The pincode of Hirde Nagar is 854340.
What is the population of Hirde Nagar?
Hirde Nagar has a total population of 5,118, including 2,671 males and 2,447 females.
How many households are there in Hirde Nagar?
There are 1,121 households in Hirde Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Hirde Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirde Nagar is 51.37%. Male literacy is 60.13% and female literacy is 41.81%.