Hirejeni

Hirejeni is a village located in Hosanagara taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Hosanagara (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Chikkajeni is the gram panchayat of Hirejeni village.

Hirejeni has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Hirejeni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hirejeni is 607993. The village spans a total geographical area of 615.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577426. Hosanagara is nearest town to Hirejeni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Hirejeni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tirthahalli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Hirejeni

Below is a concise population overview of Hirejeni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 760 377 383
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 48 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 58 27 31
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 508 275 233
Illiterate Population 252 102 150

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hirejeni village:

  • The total population of Hirejeni village is around 760, including approximately 377 males and 383 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Hirejeni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hirejeni village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Hirejeni village is about 66.84%, with male literacy at 72.94% and female literacy at 60.84%.
  • There are around 155 households in Hirejeni village.

Connectivity of Hirejeni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hirejeni. As per the 2011 stats, Hirejeni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Hirejeni

Knowing the nearby villages of Hirejeni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hirejeni.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hirejeni

Where is Hirejeni located?
Hirejeni village is situated in Hosanagara Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirejeni?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirejeni is Chikkajeni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hirejeni?
The pincode of Hirejeni is 577426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hirejeni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hirejeni is 760, with 377 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Hirejeni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hirejeni village has a total of 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirejeni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hirejeni is 66.84%. The male literacy rate is 72.94%, while the female literacy rate is 60.84%.