Hiwara Khand - Lonar, Buldhana
Hiwara Khand is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from Lonar and around 91 km from Buldana. Hiwarakhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiwara Khand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiwara Khand is 529515. The village covers a total geographical area of 404 hectares and falls under the 443301 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Hiwara Khand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiwara Khand
As per Census 2011, Hiwara Khand village has a total population of 876 people, consisting of 457 males and 419 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiwara Khand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 | 457 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 335 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 122 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Hiwara Khand
Hiwara Khand 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 Hiwara Khand
Hiwara Khand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Hiwara Khand is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Hiwara Khand is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiwara Khand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiwara Khand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hiwara Khand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiwara Khand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hiwara Khand
Where is Hiwara Khand located?
Hiwara Khand village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiwara Khand?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiwara Khand is Hiwarakhand.
What is the pincode of Hiwara Khand?
The pincode of Hiwara Khand is 443301.
What is the population of Hiwara Khand?
Hiwara Khand has a total population of 876, including 457 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Hiwara Khand?
There are 157 households in Hiwara Khand.
What is the literacy rate in Hiwara Khand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiwara Khand is 67.69%. Male literacy is 73.30% and female literacy is 61.58%.