Hirasar - Chotila, Surendranagar
Hirasar is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Hirasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirasar is 512368. The village covers a total geographical area of 552.85 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Hirasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirasar
According to the 2011 Census, Hirasar village had a total population of 1,223 people, including 621 males and 602 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.96%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 48.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 1,223 | 621 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 405 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 216 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Hirasar
Hirasar 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 Hirasar
Public transport in the Hirasar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chotila to Hirasar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Hirasar 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 Hirasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hirasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirasar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirasar
Where is Hirasar located?
Hirasar village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hirasar?
Hirasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirasar?
The pincode of Hirasar is 363520.
What is the population of Hirasar?
Hirasar had a total population of 1,223, including 621 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Hirasar?
Hirasar had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirasar was 62.96%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 48.33%.