Hirange - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Hirange is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Hirange village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirange is 538914. The village covers a total geographical area of 700 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Hirange village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirange
According to the 2011 Census, Hirange village had a total population of 331 people, including 164 males and 167 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.89%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 62.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
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 | 331 | 164 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 161 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 108 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 56 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Hirange
Hirange 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 Hirange
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hirange.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Hirange is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Hirange is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirange
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirange 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 Hirange
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirange village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirange
Where is Hirange located?
Hirange village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirange?
Hirange is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirange?
The pincode of Hirange is 442606.
What is the population of Hirange?
Hirange had a total population of 331, including 164 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Hirange?
Hirange had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirange?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirange was 69.89%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 62.59%.