Hirapur - Satwas, Dewas
Hirapur is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Hirapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapur is 473803. The village covers a total geographical area of 2050.41 hectares and falls under the 455440 pincode. Kantaphod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hirapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dewas Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Hirapur
As per Census 2011, Hirapur village has a total population of 1,985 people, consisting of 1,015 males and 970 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,001 literate and 984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,814 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,985 | 1,015 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 166 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,814 | 924 | 890 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 606 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 409 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapur
Hirapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jinwani (kantaphod) | South | 3.76 km |
| Jansur | South | 4.50 km |
| Borani | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Badhawa | East | 5.15 km |
| Nimlay | South-West | 6.01 km |
| Nayapura | East | 6.08 km |
| Bhayali | South | 6.16 km |
| Dongali | West | 6.31 km |
| Chorwan | South-West | 6.94 km |
| Kalapatha | North | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirapur
Hirapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurawan, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kantaphod to Hirapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Hirapur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hirapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hirapur
Where is Hirapur located?
Hirapur village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapur?
Hirapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirapur?
The pincode of Hirapur is 455440.
What is the population of Hirapur?
Hirapur has a total population of 1,985, including 1,015 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Hirapur?
There are 333 households in Hirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapur is 50.43%. Male literacy is 59.70% and female literacy is 40.72%.