Hiwarkheda - Sengaon, Hingoli
Hiwarkheda is a village situated in the Sengaon tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sengaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Hiwarkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiwarkheda is 545723. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.38 hectares and falls under the 431542 pincode. Hingoli is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Hiwarkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Hiwarkheda
As per Census 2011, Hiwarkheda village has a total population of 1,293 people, consisting of 690 males and 603 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 837 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiwarkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 690 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 99 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 135 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 134 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 498 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 192 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Hiwarkheda
Hiwarkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borkhadi P | West | 2.92 km |
| Kelsula | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Ghordari | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Dhotara | South | 4.06 km |
| Sakhara | East | 4.22 km |
| Holgira | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Khadaki | South-West | 5.56 km |
| Uti Bramhachari | East | 5.85 km |
| Sonsawangi | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Bhandari | South-East | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hiwarkheda
Public transport in the Hiwarkheda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nawalgohan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 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 Hingoli to Hiwarkheda is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Hiwarkheda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiwarkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiwarkheda 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 Hiwarkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiwarkheda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hiwarkheda
Where is Hiwarkheda located?
Hiwarkheda village is located in Sengaon Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiwarkheda?
Hiwarkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hiwarkheda?
The pincode of Hiwarkheda is 431542.
What is the population of Hiwarkheda?
Hiwarkheda has a total population of 1,293, including 690 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Hiwarkheda?
There are 262 households in Hiwarkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Hiwarkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiwarkheda is 64.73%. Male literacy is 72.17% and female literacy is 56.22%.