Hidigan
About Hidigan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hidigan village is 392904. Hidigan village is located in Chandipur tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Chandipur (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Hidigan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1473 hectares. Hidigan has a total population of 6,243 peoples, out of which male population is 3,238 while female population is 3,005. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 928 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hidigan village is 66.60% out of which 73.59% males and 59.07% females are literate. There are about 1,304 houses in hidigan village. Pincode of hidigan village locality is 756002.
When it comes to administration, Hidigan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Hidigan village comes under Remuna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balasore Lok Sabha constituency. Baleshwar is nearest town to hidigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Hidigan
The population details of Hidigan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,243 | 3,238 | 3,005 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 791 | 398 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,025 | 543 | 482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,400 | 698 | 702 |
| Literate Population | 4,158 | 2,383 | 1,775 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,085 | 855 | 1,230 |
Connectivity of Hidigan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hidigan
Where is Hidigan located?
Hidigan village is situated in Chandipur Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hidigan?
Hidigan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Hidigan?
The pincode of Hidigan is 756002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hidigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hidigan is 6,243, with 3,238 males and 3,005 females.
How many households are there in Hidigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hidigan village has a total of 1,304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hidigan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hidigan is 66.60%. The male literacy rate is 73.59%, while the female literacy rate is 59.07%.