Hitul - Orchha, Narayanpur
Hitul is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Hikul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hitul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hitul is 450051. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Hitul 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 Hitul
As per Census 2011, Hitul village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 136 males and 140 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hitul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 136 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 135 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 99 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Hitul
Hitul 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 Hitul
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hitul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Hitul is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hitul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hitul 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 Hitul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hitul 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 Hitul
Where is Hitul located?
Hitul village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hitul?
The Gram Panchayat of Hitul is Hikul.
What is the pincode of Hitul?
The pincode of Hitul is 494661.
What is the population of Hitul?
Hitul has a total population of 276, including 136 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Hitul?
There are 56 households in Hitul.
What is the literacy rate in Hitul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hitul is 23.55%. Male literacy is 27.21% and female literacy is 20.00%.