Hirapalli - Polasara, Ganjam
Hirapalli is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Madhupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapalli is 411583. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Hirapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Hirapalli village had a total population of 731 people, including 382 males and 349 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.61%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 60.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 731 | 382 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 264 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 118 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapalli
Hirapalli 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 Hirapalli
Hirapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Hirapalli is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Hirapalli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hirapalli
Where is Hirapalli located?
Hirapalli village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hirapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirapalli is Madhupalli.
What is the pincode of Hirapalli?
The pincode of Hirapalli is 761105.
What is the population of Hirapalli?
Hirapalli had a total population of 731, including 382 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Hirapalli?
Hirapalli had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapalli was 71.61%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 60.81%.