Hirapol - Habra - I, North 24 Parganas
Hirapol is a village situated in the Habra - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.2 km from Prafullanagar and around 21.3 km from Barasat. Prithiba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirapol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapol is 322846. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.87 hectares and falls under the 743233 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Hirapol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirapol
As per Census 2011, Hirapol village has a total population of 1,173 people, consisting of 611 males and 562 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 975 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,173 | 611 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 238 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 526 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 85 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapol
Hirapol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jioldanga | South-East | 0.92 km |
| Atle | South | 1.10 km |
| Bamhati | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Hades Bele | South | 2.26 km |
| Dakshin Sarai | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Mahisha Machhlandapur | East | 3.31 km |
| Prithiba | South | 3.31 km |
| Bamhati Raghabpur | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Arbelia | South | 3.62 km |
| Mathurapur | South-West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirapol
Hirapol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Beliaghata Road, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.3 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Hirapol is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Hirapol is about 21.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hirapol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirapol
Where is Hirapol located?
Hirapol village is located in Habra - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapol?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirapol is Prithiba.
What is the pincode of Hirapol?
The pincode of Hirapol is 743233.
What is the population of Hirapol?
Hirapol has a total population of 1,173, including 611 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Hirapol?
There are 289 households in Hirapol.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapol is 83.12%. Male literacy is 86.09% and female literacy is 79.89%.