Hirkaray - Barwani
Hirkaray is a village situated in the Barwani tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Barwani, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Hirkray serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirkaray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirkaray is 478050. The village covers a total geographical area of 676.04 hectares and falls under the 451551 pincode. Barwani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Hirkaray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirkaray
As per Census 2011, Hirkaray village has a total population of 2,083 people, consisting of 1,034 males and 1,049 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 1,505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,969 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirkaray are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,083 | 1,034 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 213 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,969 | 978 | 991 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 309 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,505 | 725 | 780 |
Nearby Villages of Hirkaray
Hirkaray 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheeklya Malan | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Rehgun (sajwani) | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Silawad | North | 2.36 km |
| Vedpuri | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Barukhodra | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Temla | South | 4.10 km |
| Pakhalya | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Donglyapani | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Kalakhet | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Than | North-West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirkaray
Hirkaray is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dondaicha, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwani to Hirkaray is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirkaray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirkaray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hirkaray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirkaray 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hirkaray
Where is Hirkaray located?
Hirkaray village is located in Barwani Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirkaray?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirkaray is Hirkray.
What is the pincode of Hirkaray?
The pincode of Hirkaray is 451551.
What is the population of Hirkaray?
Hirkaray has a total population of 2,083, including 1,034 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Hirkaray?
There are 352 households in Hirkaray.
What is the literacy rate in Hirkaray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirkaray is 27.75%. Male literacy is 29.88% and female literacy is 25.64%.