Hipparga - Ausa, Latur
Hipparga is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Hipparga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hipparga is 560688. The village covers a total geographical area of 1213 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Hipparga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hipparga
As per Census 2011, Hipparga village has a total population of 2,766 people, consisting of 1,426 males and 1,340 females. The village has 697 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,871 literate and 895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 610 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hipparga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,766 | 1,426 | 1,340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 174 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 318 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,047 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 379 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Hipparga
Hipparga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kawali | South | 2.83 km |
| Tavshitad | West | 2.96 km |
| Malumbra | East | 2.99 km |
| Malkondji | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Belkund | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Wangji | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Masalga Kh. | East | 5.63 km |
| Tungi Bk. | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Sankral | South-East | 6.09 km |
| Matola | South | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hipparga
Hipparga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ausa Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Hipparga is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Hipparga is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hipparga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hipparga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hipparga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hipparga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hipparga
Where is Hipparga located?
Hipparga village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hipparga?
Hipparga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hipparga?
The pincode of Hipparga is 413520.
What is the population of Hipparga?
Hipparga has a total population of 2,766, including 1,426 males and 1,340 females.
How many households are there in Hipparga?
There are 697 households in Hipparga.
What is the literacy rate in Hipparga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hipparga is 67.64%. Male literacy is 73.42% and female literacy is 61.49%.