Hatimunda - Raikia, Kandhamal
Hatimunda is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabarba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hatimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatimunda is 417643. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Hatimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hatimunda
According to the 2011 Census, Hatimunda village had a total population of 73 people, including 34 males and 39 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.81%, with male literacy at 35.71% and female literacy at 10.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 24 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Hatimunda
Hatimunda 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 Hatimunda
Hatimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Hatimunda is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Hatimunda is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hatimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hatimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hatimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hatimunda
Where is Hatimunda located?
Hatimunda village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hatimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Hatimunda is Badabarba.
What is the pincode of Hatimunda?
The pincode of Hatimunda is 762021.
What is the population of Hatimunda?
Hatimunda had a total population of 73, including 34 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Hatimunda?
Hatimunda had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hatimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatimunda was 22.81%. Male literacy was 35.71% and female literacy was 10.34%.