Hiranagaon - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Hiranagaon is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Kherda B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiranagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiranagaon is 599822. The village covers a total geographical area of 1429.5 hectares and falls under the 585437 pincode. Basavakalyan is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Hiranagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiranagaon
As per Census 2011, Hiranagaon village has a total population of 2,826 people, consisting of 1,417 males and 1,409 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,455 literate and 1,371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,362 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiranagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,826 | 1,417 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 198 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 172 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,362 | 675 | 687 |
| Literate Population | 1,455 | 857 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,371 | 560 | 811 |
Nearby Villages of Hiranagaon
Hiranagaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalmandergi | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Chicknagaon | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Kinni (sevanagar) | North | 3.89 km |
| Kherda (b) | East | 4.19 km |
| Mudbi | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Kalkora | South | 5.75 km |
| Warnihal | South | 6.19 km |
| Sungahana | North | 6.19 km |
| Janwada | South-West | 6.51 km |
| Eklora | West | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hiranagaon
Hiranagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bablad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 km.
| 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 Basavakalyan to Hiranagaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Hiranagaon is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiranagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiranagaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hiranagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiranagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hiranagaon
Where is Hiranagaon located?
Hiranagaon village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiranagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiranagaon is Kherda B.
What is the pincode of Hiranagaon?
The pincode of Hiranagaon is 585437.
What is the population of Hiranagaon?
Hiranagaon has a total population of 2,826, including 1,417 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Hiranagaon?
There are 565 households in Hiranagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Hiranagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiranagaon is 51.49%. Male literacy is 60.48% and female literacy is 42.44%.