Hireghar - Murbad, Thane
Hireghar is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Asose serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hireghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hireghar is 553084. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.12 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Hireghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hireghar
As per Census 2011, Hireghar village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 110 males and 115 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hireghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 110 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 51 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Hireghar
Hireghar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asose | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Kunde | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Kolimb | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Adivali | West | 2.24 km |
| Bapsai | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Ghosai | North | 3.37 km |
| Phalegaon | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Mhaskal | West | 4.05 km |
| Kelni | South | 4.15 km |
| Mamnoli | South | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hireghar
Hireghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Titvala, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kalyan to Hireghar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Hireghar is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hireghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hireghar 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 Hireghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hireghar 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 Hireghar
Where is Hireghar located?
Hireghar village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hireghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hireghar is Asose.
What is the pincode of Hireghar?
The pincode of Hireghar is 421401.
What is the population of Hireghar?
Hireghar has a total population of 225, including 110 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Hireghar?
There are 53 households in Hireghar.
What is the literacy rate in Hireghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hireghar is 46.67%. Male literacy is 53.64% and female literacy is 40.00%.