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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Hirni village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 125 males and 125 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 250, including 125 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Hirni?
There are 45 households in Hirni.
What is the literacy rate in Hirni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirni is 38.40%. Male literacy is 42.40% and female literacy is 34.40%.