Hirani - Budni, Sehore
Hirani is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Jahanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirani is 483465. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.68 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Budni is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Hirani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hirani
As per Census 2011, Hirani village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 307 males and 227 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 739 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 307 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 58 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 227 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 80 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Hirani
Hirani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jahanpur | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Gora | East | 2.46 km |
| Hathlewa | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Shahganj | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Chachmau | West | 2.88 km |
| Chandla | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Paraswada | North | 3.51 km |
| Vikrampur | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Ramnagar | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Pahar Khedi | North | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirani
Hirani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hoshangabad, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Budni to Hirani is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Hirani is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirani 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 Hirani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirani 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 Hirani
Where is Hirani located?
Hirani village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirani?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirani is Jahanpur.
What is the pincode of Hirani?
The pincode of Hirani is 466446.
What is the population of Hirani?
Hirani has a total population of 534, including 307 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Hirani?
There are 104 households in Hirani.
What is the literacy rate in Hirani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirani is 63.86%. Male literacy is 73.94% and female literacy is 50.22%.