Hirapur - Balianta, Khordha
Hirapur is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Umadeibramhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapur is 407579. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirapur
As per Census 2011, Hirapur village has a total population of 1,608 people, consisting of 809 males and 799 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,209 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,608 | 809 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 68 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 247 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 667 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 142 | 257 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garasrirampur | North | 1.07 km |
| Rayatsrirampur | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Rayagurubasudeipur | East | 1.81 km |
| Jashuapur | East | 1.91 km |
| Nagapursasan | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Alarpur | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Erakanta | East | 3.03 km |
| Lenkudi | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Puranpadhan | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Satyabhamapur | North-East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirapur
Hirapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhubaneswar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Hirapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Hirapur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Hirapur
Where is Hirapur located?
Hirapur village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirapur is Umadeibramhapur.
What is the pincode of Hirapur?
The pincode of Hirapur is 752101.
What is the population of Hirapur?
Hirapur has a total population of 1,608, including 809 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Hirapur?
There are 310 households in Hirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapur is 75.19%. Male literacy is 82.45% and female literacy is 67.83%.