Hirapur - Khanakul - II, Hooghly
Hirapur is a village situated in the Khanakul - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Khanakul and around 83.9 km from Chinsura. Rajhati-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapur is 325901. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.19 hectares and falls under the 712406 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hirapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hirapur
As per Census 2011, Hirapur village has a total population of 5,486 people, consisting of 2,833 males and 2,653 females. The village has 1,171 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 869 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,690 literate and 1,796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,093 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,486 | 2,833 | 2,653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 869 | 452 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,093 | 585 | 508 |
| Literate Population | 3,690 | 2,000 | 1,690 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,796 | 833 | 963 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapur
Hirapur 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 Hirapur
Hirapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Arambagh to Hirapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Hirapur is about 83.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Hirapur
Where is Hirapur located?
Hirapur village is located in Khanakul - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirapur is Rajhati-i.
What is the pincode of Hirapur?
The pincode of Hirapur is 712406.
What is the population of Hirapur?
Hirapur has a total population of 5,486, including 2,833 males and 2,653 females.
How many households are there in Hirapur?
There are 1,171 households in Hirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapur is 67.26%. Male literacy is 70.60% and female literacy is 63.70%.