Hirapur
Hirapur is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 75km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Hirapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Hirapur unique in its vibrant Jayapatna-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Hirapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Hirapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hirapur is 424201. The village spans a total geographical area of 1499 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766018. Junagarh is nearest town to Hirapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hirapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hirapur
Population of Hirapur
According to the 2011 Census, Hirapur has a total population of about 3,336, with approximately 1,630 males and 1,706 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 498 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 518 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,026. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.18%, with male literacy at about 50.98% and female literacy near 27.90%. There are around 824 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hirapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,336 | 1,630 | 1,706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 248 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 242 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,026 | 998 | 1,028 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 831 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,029 | 799 | 1,230 |
Connectivity of Hirapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hirapur. As per the 2011 stats, Hirapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hirapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Hirapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hirapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hirapur
- Where is Hirapur located?
- Hirapur village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hirapur?
- Hirapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Hirapur?
- The pincode of Hirapur is 766018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hirapur is 3,336, with 1,630 males and 1,706 females.
- How many households are there in Hirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hirapur village has a total of 824 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hirapur is 39.18%. The male literacy rate is 50.98%, while the female literacy rate is 27.90%.