Hitam - Reamal, Deogarh
Hitam is a village situated in the Reamal tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Reamal and around 50 km from Debagarh. Tuhilmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hitam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hitam is 383415. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Hitam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hitam
According to the 2011 Census, Hitam village had a total population of 63 people, including 33 males and 30 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.00%, with male literacy at 25.93% and female literacy at 8.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 26 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Hitam
Hitam 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 Hitam
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Hitam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Debagarh to Hitam is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Hitam 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 Hitam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hitam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hitam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hitam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hitam
Where is Hitam located?
Hitam village is located in Reamal Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hitam?
The Gram Panchayat of Hitam is Tuhilmal.
What is the pincode of Hitam?
The pincode of Hitam is 768109.
What is the population of Hitam?
Hitam had a total population of 63, including 33 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Hitam?
Hitam had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hitam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hitam was 18.00%. Male literacy was 25.93% and female literacy was 8.70%.