Hirange - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Hirange is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Perrekodo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirange village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirange is 447638. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.71 hectares and falls under the 494635 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hirange village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirange
As per Census 2011, Hirange village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 66 males and 71 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirange are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Hirange
Hirange 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vainar | South | 1.51 km |
| Paiwani | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Hinganjhar | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Jhitkatola | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Parrekodo | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Tamoda | West | 3.25 km |
| Markatola | East | 3.80 km |
| Katrel | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Bhirawahi | South | 4.58 km |
| Hatkondal | South | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirange
Hirange is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhanupratappur to Hirange is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Hirange is about 68 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 Hirange
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirange village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hirange
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirange 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirange
Where is Hirange located?
Hirange village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirange?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirange is Perrekodo.
What is the pincode of Hirange?
The pincode of Hirange is 494635.
What is the population of Hirange?
Hirange has a total population of 137, including 66 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Hirange?
There are 25 households in Hirange.
What is the literacy rate in Hirange?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirange is 56.20%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 53.52%.