Hijrar
Hijrar is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Hijrar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lalua is the gram panchayat of Hijrar village.
Hijrar has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Hijrar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hijrar is 343647. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721424. Kharagpur is nearest town to Hijrar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Hijrar
Below is a concise population overview of Hijrar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 224 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 165 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 193 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 31 | 62 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hijrar village:
- The total population of Hijrar village is around 449, including approximately 224 males and 225 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Hijrar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hijrar village has 329 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hijrar village is about 79.29%, with male literacy at 86.16% and female literacy at 72.44%.
- There are around 106 households in Hijrar village.
Connectivity of Hijrar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hijrar. As per the 2011 stats, Hijrar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hijrar
Knowing the nearby villages of Hijrar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hijrar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hijrar
- Where is Hijrar located?
- Hijrar village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hijrar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hijrar is Lalua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hijrar?
- The pincode of Hijrar is 721424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hijrar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hijrar is 449, with 224 males and 225 females.
- How many households are there in Hijrar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hijrar village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hijrar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hijrar is 79.29%. The male literacy rate is 86.16%, while the female literacy rate is 72.44%.