Hilchur
Hilchur is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Damkasa is the gram panchayat of Hilchur village.
Here you can discover what makes Hilchur unique in its vibrant Durgkondal-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Hilchur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Hilchur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hilchur is 447657. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Hilchur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hilchur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hilchur
Population of Hilchur
According to the 2011 Census, Hilchur has a total population of about 132, with approximately 64 males and 68 females. The sex ratio is around 1062 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 127. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.52%, with male literacy at about 28.13% and female literacy near 25.00%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hilchur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 46 | 51 |
Connectivity of Hilchur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hilchur. As per the 2011 stats, Hilchur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hilchur
Knowing the nearby villages of Hilchur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hilchur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hilchur
- Where is Hilchur located?
- Hilchur village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hilchur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hilchur is Damkasa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hilchur?
- The pincode of Hilchur is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hilchur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hilchur is 132, with 64 males and 68 females.
- How many households are there in Hilchur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hilchur village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hilchur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hilchur is 26.52%. The male literacy rate is 28.13%, while the female literacy rate is 25.00%.