Hirava - Dhari, Amreli
Hirava is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Hirava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirava is 515742. The village covers a total geographical area of 1061.07 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Hirava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirava
As per Census 2011, Hirava village has a total population of 1,217 people, consisting of 588 males and 629 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 760 literate and 457 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,217 | 588 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 399 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 189 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Hirava
Hirava is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hirava
Hirava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Hirava is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Hirava is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hirava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirava
Where is Hirava located?
Hirava village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirava?
Hirava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirava?
The pincode of Hirava is 365640.
What is the population of Hirava?
Hirava has a total population of 1,217, including 588 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Hirava?
There are 253 households in Hirava.
What is the literacy rate in Hirava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirava is 62.45%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 57.39%.