Hatikhal - Boipariguda, Koraput
Hatikhal is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Haladikund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hatikhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatikhal is 429182. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Hatikhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hatikhal
According to the 2011 Census, Hatikhal village had a total population of 84 people, including 43 males and 41 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.48%, with male literacy at 21.88% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 36 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Hatikhal
Hatikhal 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 Hatikhal
Hatikhal 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Hatikhal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Hatikhal is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hatikhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatikhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hatikhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hatikhal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hatikhal
Where is Hatikhal located?
Hatikhal village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hatikhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hatikhal is Haladikund.
What is the pincode of Hatikhal?
The pincode of Hatikhal is 764043.
What is the population of Hatikhal?
Hatikhal had a total population of 84, including 43 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Hatikhal?
Hatikhal had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hatikhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatikhal was 11.48%. Male literacy was 21.88% and female literacy was 0.00%.