Kirari - Masturi, Bilaspur
Kirari is a village situated in the Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masturi and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Kirari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirari is 438776. The village covers a total geographical area of 676.03 hectares and falls under the 495551 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kirari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirari
As per Census 2011, Kirari village has a total population of 3,635 people, consisting of 1,869 males and 1,766 females. The village has 758 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,512 literate and 1,123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,747 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,635 | 1,869 | 1,766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 218 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,747 | 882 | 865 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,512 | 1,465 | 1,047 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,123 | 404 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Kirari
Kirari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masturi | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Khapri | North | 2.26 km |
| Bhadaura | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Ankdih | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Mohatra | East | 2.62 km |
| Darrighat | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Lawar | West | 2.77 km |
| Sargawan | South | 3.52 km |
| Limtara | North | 3.79 km |
| Kosamdhi | East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kirari
Kirari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jairamnagar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilaspur to Kirari is about 17 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 Kirari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kirari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kirari
Where is Kirari located?
Kirari village is located in Masturi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirari?
Kirari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kirari?
The pincode of Kirari is 495551.
What is the population of Kirari?
Kirari has a total population of 3,635, including 1,869 males and 1,766 females.
How many households are there in Kirari?
There are 758 households in Kirari.
What is the literacy rate in Kirari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirari is 69.11%. Male literacy is 78.38% and female literacy is 59.29%.