Hirepalya - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Hirepalya is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Santekalla Halli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirepalya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirepalya is 624611. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.71 hectares and falls under the 563128 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hirepalya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintamani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirepalya
According to the 2011 Census, Hirepalya village had a total population of 606 people, including 305 males and 301 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.70%, with male literacy at 75.09% and female literacy at 54.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 606 | 305 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 202 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 103 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Hirepalya
Hirepalya 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 Hirepalya
Hirepalya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Hirepalya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Hirepalya is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirepalya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirepalya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hirepalya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirepalya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirepalya
Where is Hirepalya located?
Hirepalya village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hirepalya?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirepalya is Santekalla Halli.
What is the pincode of Hirepalya?
The pincode of Hirepalya is 563128.
What is the population of Hirepalya?
Hirepalya had a total population of 606, including 305 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Hirepalya?
Hirepalya had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirepalya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirepalya was 64.70%. Male literacy was 75.09% and female literacy was 54.41%.