Hitawada - Orchha, Narayanpur
Hitawada is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Handawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hitawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hitawada is 450058. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Hitawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hitawada
According to the 2011 Census, Hitawada village had a total population of 867 people, including 408 males and 459 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.97%, with male literacy at 22.32% and female literacy at 17.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 844.
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 | 867 | 408 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 63 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 844 | 395 | 449 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 331 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Hitawada
Hitawada 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 Hitawada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hitawada. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hitawada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Hitawada is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hitawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hitawada 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 Hitawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hitawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hitawada
Where is Hitawada located?
Hitawada village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hitawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Hitawada is Handawada.
What is the pincode of Hitawada?
The pincode of Hitawada is 494661.
What is the population of Hitawada?
Hitawada had a total population of 867, including 408 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Hitawada?
Hitawada had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hitawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hitawada was 19.97%. Male literacy was 22.32% and female literacy was 17.76%.