Hinganjhar - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Hinganjhar is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Jhitkatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hinganjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hinganjhar is 447637. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.14 hectares and falls under the 494635 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hinganjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hinganjhar
As per Census 2011, Hinganjhar village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 234 males and 233 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hinganjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 234 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 182 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 130 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 104 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Hinganjhar
Hinganjhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirange | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Tamoda | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Paiwani | East | 2.26 km |
| Katrel | North | 2.61 km |
| Jhitkatola | South | 2.96 km |
| Vainar | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Kalwar | West | 3.34 km |
| Parrekodo | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Kopedera | North | 4.78 km |
| Markatola | East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hinganjhar
Hinganjhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Hinganjhar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Hinganjhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hinganjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hinganjhar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hinganjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hinganjhar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hinganjhar
Where is Hinganjhar located?
Hinganjhar village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hinganjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hinganjhar is Jhitkatola.
What is the pincode of Hinganjhar?
The pincode of Hinganjhar is 494635.
What is the population of Hinganjhar?
Hinganjhar has a total population of 467, including 234 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Hinganjhar?
There are 87 households in Hinganjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Hinganjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hinganjhar is 51.18%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 46.78%.