Hiroli - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Hiroli is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Nagul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiroli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiroli is 450138. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.13 hectares and falls under the 494556 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Hiroli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiroli
According to the 2011 Census, Hiroli village had a total population of 115 people, including 53 males and 62 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,170 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.42%, with male literacy at 57.45% and female literacy at 28.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 26 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Hiroli
Hiroli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghotpal | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Nagul | East | 1.97 km |
| Madase | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Katulnar | East | 5.25 km |
| Haurnar | South | 7.12 km |
| Ronje | North-West | 7.18 km |
| Jaunga | South | 7.36 km |
| Hidpal | North | 7.51 km |
| Upet | North | 8.62 km |
| Bahanpur | South-East | 8.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hiroli
Hiroli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gidam, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Hiroli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Hiroli is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiroli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiroli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hiroli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiroli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hiroli
Where is Hiroli located?
Hiroli village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hiroli?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiroli is Nagul.
What is the pincode of Hiroli?
The pincode of Hiroli is 494556.
What is the population of Hiroli?
Hiroli had a total population of 115, including 53 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Hiroli?
Hiroli had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hiroli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiroli was 42.42%. Male literacy was 57.45% and female literacy was 28.85%.