Hirur - Talikoti, Vijayapura
Hirur is a village situated in the Talikoti taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from Muddebihal and around 70 km from Bijapur. Hirur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirur is 599686. The village covers a total geographical area of 2865.43 hectares and falls under the 586214 pincode. Talikota is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hirur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Muddebihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirur
According to the 2011 Census, Hirur village had a total population of 3,031 people, including 1,518 males and 1,513 females, living in 608 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.36%, with male literacy at 75.08% and female literacy at 53.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 346, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 3,031 | 1,518 | 1,513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 206 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 161 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,674 | 985 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,357 | 533 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Hirur
Hirur 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 Hirur
Hirur 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 | 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 Talikota to Hirur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Hirur is about 70 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 Hirur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hirur
Where is Hirur located?
Hirur village is located in Talikoti Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hirur?
Hirur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirur?
The pincode of Hirur is 586214.
What is the population of Hirur?
Hirur had a total population of 3,031, including 1,518 males and 1,513 females.
How many households are there in Hirur?
Hirur had 608 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirur was 64.36%. Male literacy was 75.08% and female literacy was 53.45%.