Hathgarha - Kansabel, Jashpur
Hathgarha is a village situated in the Kansabel tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kansabel and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Hathgada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hathgarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hathgarha is 433760. The village covers a total geographical area of 1368.79 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Hathgarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hathgarha
As per Census 2011, Hathgarha village has a total population of 1,393 people, consisting of 708 males and 685 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 787 literate and 606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 951 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hathgarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 708 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 951 | 467 | 484 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 473 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 235 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Hathgarha
Hathgarha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makarchuwan | South | 2.21 km |
| Semar Kachhar | East | 3.65 km |
| Jamargi | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Kurkutnala | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Basantpur | South | 3.97 km |
| Tangargaon | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Lapai | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Farsa Judwain | North | 4.19 km |
| Tarekela | South | 4.25 km |
| Pusra | North-East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hathgarha
Hathgarha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jashpur Nagar to Hathgarha is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hathgarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hathgarha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hathgarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hathgarha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hathgarha
Where is Hathgarha located?
Hathgarha village is located in Kansabel Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hathgarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Hathgarha is Hathgada.
What is the pincode of Hathgarha?
The pincode of Hathgarha is 496223.
What is the population of Hathgarha?
Hathgarha has a total population of 1,393, including 708 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Hathgarha?
There are 332 households in Hathgarha.
What is the literacy rate in Hathgarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hathgarha is 56.50%. Male literacy is 66.81% and female literacy is 45.84%.