Hidli - Athner, Betul
Hidli is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Hidali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hidli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hidli is 485491. The village covers a total geographical area of 1004.01 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hidli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hidli
As per Census 2011, Hidli village has a total population of 2,900 people, consisting of 1,490 males and 1,410 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,628 literate and 1,272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,634 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hidli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,900 | 1,490 | 1,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 213 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,634 | 841 | 793 |
| Literate Population | 1,628 | 935 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 555 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Hidli
Hidli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairi | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Suki Raiyat | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Panbehra | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Gondi Dhanori | East | 3.73 km |
| Borpend | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Morand | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Ashti | West | 4.34 km |
| Sukwa | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Sarsi | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Gondi Ghogra | North | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hidli
Hidli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pala, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athner to Hidli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Hidli 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 Hidli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hidli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hidli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hidli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hidli
Where is Hidli located?
Hidli village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hidli?
The Gram Panchayat of Hidli is Hidali.
What is the pincode of Hidli?
The pincode of Hidli is 460110.
What is the population of Hidli?
Hidli has a total population of 2,900, including 1,490 males and 1,410 females.
How many households are there in Hidli?
There are 677 households in Hidli.
What is the literacy rate in Hidli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hidli is 56.14%. Male literacy is 62.75% and female literacy is 49.15%.