Hirawal - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Hirawal is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Hirawal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirawal is 500189. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.71 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hirawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirawal
As per Census 2011, Hirawal village has a total population of 1,750 people, consisting of 919 males and 831 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 888 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,750 | 919 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 255 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 888 | 580 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 339 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Hirawal
Hirawal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakwara | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Bamor Hurra | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Churari | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Chak Singhpur | West | 3.34 km |
| Dinola | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Badera | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Pandri Chanderi | West | 3.93 km |
| Nanakpur | South | 4.07 km |
| Kunwarpur | South | 4.84 km |
| Gora Kalan | North | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirawal
Hirawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dailwara, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chanderi to Hirawal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Hirawal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirawal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hirawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirawal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hirawal
Where is Hirawal located?
Hirawal village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirawal?
Hirawal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirawal?
The pincode of Hirawal is 473446.
What is the population of Hirawal?
Hirawal has a total population of 1,750, including 919 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Hirawal?
There are 392 households in Hirawal.
What is the literacy rate in Hirawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirawal is 50.74%. Male literacy is 63.11% and female literacy is 37.06%.