Hatigeda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Hatigeda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Almonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hatigeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatigeda is 428818. The village covers a total geographical area of 600 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Hatigeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hatigeda
As per Census 2011, Hatigeda village has a total population of 1,464 people, consisting of 686 males and 778 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 1,282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,432 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hatigeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 686 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 100 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,432 | 672 | 760 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 123 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,282 | 563 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Hatigeda
Hatigeda 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 Hatigeda
Public transport in the Hatigeda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Hatigeda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Hatigeda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Hatigeda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hatigeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatigeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hatigeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hatigeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hatigeda
Where is Hatigeda located?
Hatigeda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hatigeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Hatigeda is Almonda.
What is the pincode of Hatigeda?
The pincode of Hatigeda is 764027.
What is the population of Hatigeda?
Hatigeda has a total population of 1,464, including 686 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Hatigeda?
There are 281 households in Hatigeda.
What is the literacy rate in Hatigeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatigeda is 12.43%. Male literacy is 17.93% and female literacy is 7.58%.