Hikpulla - Chhotedongar, Narayanpur
Hikpulla is a village situated in the Chhotedongar tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 54 km from Narayanpur and around 54 km from Narayanpur. Dhanora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hikpulla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hikpulla is 449791. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.63 hectares and falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Hikpulla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hikpulla
According to the 2011 Census, Hikpulla village had a total population of 58 people, including 33 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 758 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.48%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 10.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 15 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Hikpulla
Hikpulla 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 Hikpulla
Hikpulla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Narayanpur to Hikpulla is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hikpulla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hikpulla 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 Hikpulla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hikpulla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hikpulla
Where is Hikpulla located?
Hikpulla village is located in Chhotedongar Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hikpulla?
The Gram Panchayat of Hikpulla is Dhanora.
What is the pincode of Hikpulla?
The pincode of Hikpulla is 494661.
What is the population of Hikpulla?
Hikpulla had a total population of 58, including 33 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Hikpulla?
Hikpulla had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hikpulla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hikpulla was 43.48%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 10.53%.