Hirapura - Beerpur, Sheopur
Hirapura is a village situated in the Beerpur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beerpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Hirapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapura is 451541. The village covers a total geographical area of 616 hectares and falls under the 476335 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Hirapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hirapura
According to the 2011 Census, Hirapura village had a total population of 1,556 people, including 789 males and 767 females, living in 362 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.27%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 44.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 433.
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 | 1,556 | 789 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 143 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 211 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 463 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 326 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapura
Hirapura 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 Hirapura
Hirapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Hirapura is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Hirapura is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Hirapura
Where is Hirapura located?
Hirapura village is located in Beerpur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapura?
Hirapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirapura?
The pincode of Hirapura is 476335.
What is the population of Hirapura?
Hirapura had a total population of 1,556, including 789 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Hirapura?
Hirapura had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapura was 58.27%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 44.52%.