Irapur - Deoli, Wardha
Irapur is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Agargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irapur is 534252. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.96 hectares and falls under the 442101 pincode. Pulgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Irapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irapur
According to the 2011 Census, Irapur village had a total population of 616 people, including 314 males and 302 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.53%, with male literacy at 93.84% and female literacy at 89.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 301.
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 | 616 | 314 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 149 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 274 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 40 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Irapur
Irapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sendari | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Tamba | South | 2.89 km |
| Nandgaon | West | 3.13 km |
| Kandegaon | West | 3.22 km |
| Akapur | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Sawangi | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Vijaygopal | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Inzala | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Sonora(dhok) | North | 4.45 km |
| Chondhi | East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Irapur. The nearest railway station is Pulgaon Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulgaon to Irapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Irapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Irapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Irapur
Where is Irapur located?
Irapur village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Irapur is Agargaon.
What is the pincode of Irapur?
The pincode of Irapur is 442101.
What is the population of Irapur?
Irapur had a total population of 616, including 314 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Irapur?
Irapur had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irapur was 91.53%. Male literacy was 93.84% and female literacy was 89.09%.