Hirni - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Hirni is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 46 km from Chakhardharpur and around 69 km from Chaibasa. Sawania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirni is 377140. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Hirni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirni
According to the 2011 Census, Hirni village had a total population of 250 people, including 125 males and 125 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.06%, with male literacy at 55.79% and female literacy at 39.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
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 | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 72 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Hirni
Hirni 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 Hirni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hirni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Hirni is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hirni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirni 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 Hirni
Where is Hirni located?
Hirni village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hirni?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirni is Sawania.
What is the pincode of Hirni?
The pincode of Hirni is 833201.
What is the population of Hirni?
Hirni had a total population of 250, including 125 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Hirni?
Hirni had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirni was 47.06%. Male literacy was 55.79% and female literacy was 39.45%.