Hirapur - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Hirapur is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Hirapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapur is 424201. The village covers a total geographical area of 1499 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Hirapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirapur
As per Census 2011, Hirapur village has a total population of 3,336 people, consisting of 1,630 males and 1,706 females. The village has 824 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,307 literate and 2,029 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,026 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapur
Hirapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanakarlakot | South | 2.44 km |
| Kenduguda | South | 3.42 km |
| Dhansuli | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Pabli | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Mangalpur | East | 3.74 km |
| Sastuguda | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Pandi | South | 4.27 km |
| Chhatabandhuguda | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Badakarlakote | North | 4.70 km |
| Pratappur | North-East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirapur
Hirapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Junagarh to Hirapur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Hirapur is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirapur
Where is Hirapur located?
Hirapur village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapur?
Hirapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirapur?
The pincode of Hirapur is 766018.
What is the population of Hirapur?
Hirapur has a total population of 3,336, including 1,630 males and 1,706 females.
How many households are there in Hirapur?
There are 824 households in Hirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapur is 39.18%. Male literacy is 50.98% and female literacy is 27.90%.