Hirapur - Usur, Bijapur
Hirapur is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Hirapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapur is 450888. The village covers a total geographical area of 1192.42 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Hirapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirapur
As per Census 2011, Hirapur village has a total population of 947 people, consisting of 433 males and 514 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 757 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 947 | 433 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 71 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 757 | 348 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 223 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 210 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapur
Hirapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasiguda | East | 2.48 km |
| Basaguda | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Kottaguda | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Dholeguda | East | 3.22 km |
| Dharamapur | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Rajpeta | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Timmapur | West | 4.00 km |
| Futkel | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Lingagiri | East | 4.58 km |
| Baknagulguda | East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirapur
Hirapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Hirapur is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Hirapur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hirapur
Where is Hirapur located?
Hirapur village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapur?
Hirapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirapur?
The pincode of Hirapur is 494447.
What is the population of Hirapur?
Hirapur has a total population of 947, including 433 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Hirapur?
There are 193 households in Hirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapur is 43.19%. Male literacy is 51.50% and female literacy is 36.19%.