Hirapura - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Hirapura is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Santrampur and around 75 km from Godhra. Hirapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapura is 518058. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.41 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Hirapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirapura
As per Census 2011, Hirapura village has a total population of 2,390 people, consisting of 1,238 males and 1,152 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,420 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,390 | 1,238 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 201 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 207 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,420 | 745 | 675 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 869 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 369 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapura
Hirapura 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 Hirapura
Hirapura 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Hirapura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Hirapura is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hirapura
Where is Hirapura located?
Hirapura village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirapura is Hirapur.
What is the pincode of Hirapura?
The pincode of Hirapura is 389230.
What is the population of Hirapura?
Hirapura has a total population of 2,390, including 1,238 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Hirapura?
There are 437 households in Hirapura.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapura is 59.87%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 48.78%.