Hiradpada - Jawhar, Palghar
Hiradpada is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Jawhar and around 123 km from Thane. Hiradpada village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiradpada is 551882. The village covers a total geographical area of 844 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hiradpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiradpada
According to the 2011 Census, Hiradpada village had a total population of 2,176 people, including 1,098 males and 1,078 females, living in 417 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.42%, with male literacy at 70.33% and female literacy at 60.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,143.
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 | 2,176 | 1,098 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 161 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,143 | 1,080 | 1,063 |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 659 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 971 | 439 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Hiradpada
Hiradpada 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 Hiradpada
Hiradpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jawhar to Hiradpada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Hiradpada is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiradpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiradpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hiradpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiradpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hiradpada
Where is Hiradpada located?
Hiradpada village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Hiradpada?
Hiradpada is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hiradpada?
The pincode of Hiradpada is 401603.
What is the population of Hiradpada?
Hiradpada had a total population of 2,176, including 1,098 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Hiradpada?
Hiradpada had 417 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hiradpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiradpada was 65.42%. Male literacy was 70.33% and female literacy was 60.33%.