Hirri - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Hirri is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kundei and around 120 km from Nabarangapur . Kaskanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirri is 427286. The village covers a total geographical area of 1214 hectares and falls under the 764074 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Hirri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirri
As per Census 2011, Hirri village has a total population of 2,311 people, consisting of 1,150 males and 1,161 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 788 literate and 1,523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,899 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,311 | 1,150 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 190 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,899 | 956 | 943 |
| Literate Population | 788 | 522 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,523 | 628 | 895 |
Nearby Villages of Hirri
Hirri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ravanaguda | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Tureidihi | North | 3.14 km |
| Deobharandi | East | 3.30 km |
| Khadenga | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Dhungiadihi | West | 3.76 km |
| Keradihi | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Hatabharandi | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Kukurkuan | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Sobhapara | East | 4.91 km |
| Khuduku | North-East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirri
Hirri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Umarkote to Hirri is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Hirri is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirri 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hirri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hirri
Where is Hirri located?
Hirri village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirri?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirri is Kaskanga.
What is the pincode of Hirri?
The pincode of Hirri is 764074.
What is the population of Hirri?
Hirri has a total population of 2,311, including 1,150 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Hirri?
There are 439 households in Hirri.
What is the literacy rate in Hirri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirri is 34.10%. Male literacy is 45.39% and female literacy is 22.91%.