Hirapur - Gogaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Hirapur is a village situated in the Gogaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogaon and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Hirapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapur is 477724. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.02 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Hirapur
According to the 2011 Census, Hirapur village had a total population of 978 people, including 528 males and 450 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.62%, with male literacy at 54.93% and female literacy at 24.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 978 | 528 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 102 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 234 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 294 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapur
Hirapur 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 Hirapur
Hirapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Hirapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Hirapur is about 23 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hirapur
Where is Hirapur located?
Hirapur village is located in Gogaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) 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 450001.
What is the population of Hirapur?
Hirapur had a total population of 978, including 528 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Hirapur?
Hirapur had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapur was 40.62%. Male literacy was 54.93% and female literacy was 24.74%.