Hitu - Pistana Circle, Keyi Panyor
Hitu is a village situated in the Pistana Circle of Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Yachuli and around 56 km from Ziro. Shally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hitu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hitu is 264958. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 791120 pincode. Rupa is the nearest town, located about 240 km away.
Hitu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hitu
According to the 2011 Census, Hitu village had a total population of 91 people, including 48 males and 43 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 68.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 18 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Hitu
Hitu 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 Hitu
Hitu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rupa to Hitu is about 240 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ziro to Hitu is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hitu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hitu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hitu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hitu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hitu
Where is Hitu located?
Hitu village is located in Pistana Circle Circle, Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hitu?
The Gram Panchayat of Hitu is Shally.
What is the pincode of Hitu?
The pincode of Hitu is 791120.
What is the population of Hitu?
Hitu had a total population of 91, including 48 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Hitu?
Hitu had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hitu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hitu was 78.26%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 68.57%.