Hirdi - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Hirdi is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Hirdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirdi is 550897. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.4 hectares and falls under the 422203 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hirdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirdi
As per Census 2011, Hirdi village has a total population of 1,317 people, consisting of 680 males and 637 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 845 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,317 | 680 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,260 | 651 | 609 |
| Literate Population | 845 | 480 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 200 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Hirdi
Hirdi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rohile | North | 2.24 km |
| Govindrur | East | 2.46 km |
| Divyachapada | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Malegaon | West | 2.85 km |
| Gangamhalungi | East | 2.90 km |
| Rajewadi | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Sapte | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Devargaon | North | 4.41 km |
| Beze | South | 4.64 km |
| Shastrinagar | North-East | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirdi
Hirdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padli, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 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 Trimbak to Hirdi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Hirdi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirdi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hirdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirdi
Where is Hirdi located?
Hirdi village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirdi?
Hirdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirdi?
The pincode of Hirdi is 422203.
What is the population of Hirdi?
Hirdi has a total population of 1,317, including 680 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Hirdi?
There are 209 households in Hirdi.
What is the literacy rate in Hirdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirdi is 64.16%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 57.30%.