Hirapur - Tendukheda, Narsimhapur
Hirapur is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Hirapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapur is 491519. The village covers a total geographical area of 1945.9 hectares and falls under the 487555 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirapur
As per Census 2011, Hirapur village has a total population of 2,733 people, consisting of 1,466 males and 1,267 females. The village has 587 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,536 literate and 1,197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,733 | 1,466 | 1,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 214 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 196 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 942 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,197 | 524 | 673 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bikor | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Bhatera | South | 2.90 km |
| Timrawan | West | 3.17 km |
| Karondi | East | 3.84 km |
| Thareri | East | 4.15 km |
| Sadrai | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Khakariya | South | 4.27 km |
| Bhama | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Timrawan | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Richhawar | South-West | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirapur
Hirapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tendukheda to Hirapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Hirapur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hirapur
Where is Hirapur located?
Hirapur village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur 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 487555.
What is the population of Hirapur?
Hirapur has a total population of 2,733, including 1,466 males and 1,267 females.
How many households are there in Hirapur?
There are 587 households in Hirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapur is 56.20%. Male literacy is 64.26% and female literacy is 46.88%.