Hitawar
Hitawar is a village located in Kuakonda tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Kuwakonda (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Hitawar village is also a gram panchayat.
Hitawar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Hitawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hitawar is 450233. The village spans a total geographical area of 558.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Hitawar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hitawar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hitawar
Population of Hitawar
Below is a concise population overview of Hitawar 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 | 1,253 | 625 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 75 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 19 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 718 | 333 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 753 | 436 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 189 | 311 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hitawar village:
- The total population of Hitawar village is around 1,253, including approximately 625 males and 628 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Hitawar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hitawar village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 718 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hitawar village is about 60.10%, with male literacy at 69.76% and female literacy at 50.48%.
- There are around 291 households in Hitawar village.
Connectivity of Hitawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hitawar. As per the 2011 stats, Hitawar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hitawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Hitawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hitawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hitawar
- Where is Hitawar located?
- Hitawar village is situated in Kuakonda Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hitawar?
- Hitawar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Hitawar?
- The pincode of Hitawar is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hitawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hitawar is 1,253, with 625 males and 628 females.
- How many households are there in Hitawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hitawar village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hitawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hitawar is 60.10%. The male literacy rate is 69.76%, while the female literacy rate is 50.48%.