Hirdav - Lonar, Buldhana
Hirdav is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Lonar and around 100 km from Buldana. Hirdav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirdav is 529572. The village covers a total geographical area of 1151.7 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hirdav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirdav
As per Census 2011, Hirdav village has a total population of 2,795 people, consisting of 1,447 males and 1,348 females. The village has 659 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,951 literate and 844 illiterate residents. Additionally, 750 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirdav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,795 | 1,447 | 1,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 229 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 389 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,951 | 1,134 | 817 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 313 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Hirdav
Hirdav 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palaskhed | West | 2.12 km |
| Ardav | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Gundha | North | 3.14 km |
| Jafrabad | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Dabha | East | 3.88 km |
| Bagulkhed | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Kamaljapur | North-West | 4.61 km |
| Jambul | South | 4.63 km |
| Wadhav | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Pahur | East | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirdav
Hirdav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 km.
| 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 Lonar to Hirdav is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Hirdav is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirdav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirdav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirdav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirdav 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirdav
Where is Hirdav located?
Hirdav village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirdav?
Hirdav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirdav?
The pincode of Hirdav is 443302.
What is the population of Hirdav?
Hirdav has a total population of 2,795, including 1,447 males and 1,348 females.
How many households are there in Hirdav?
There are 659 households in Hirdav.
What is the literacy rate in Hirdav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirdav is 69.80%. Male literacy is 78.37% and female literacy is 60.61%.