Hurtarai - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Hurtarai is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Kosronda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hurtarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hurtarai is 448073. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.36 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Hurtarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hurtarai
As per Census 2011, Hurtarai village has a total population of 397 people, consisting of 191 males and 206 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 352 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hurtarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 397 | 191 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 174 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 100 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 91 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Hurtarai
Hurtarai 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 Hurtarai
Public transport in the Hurtarai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Hurtarai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Hurtarai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Hurtarai is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hurtarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hurtarai 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 Hurtarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hurtarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Hurtarai
Where is Hurtarai located?
Hurtarai village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hurtarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Hurtarai is Kosronda.
What is the pincode of Hurtarai?
The pincode of Hurtarai is 494665.
What is the population of Hurtarai?
Hurtarai has a total population of 397, including 191 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Hurtarai?
There are 77 households in Hurtarai.
What is the literacy rate in Hurtarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hurtarai is 42.32%. Male literacy is 52.36% and female literacy is 33.01%.