Hikini - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Hikini is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dumurunelli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hikini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hikini is 425433. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Hikini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hikini
As per Census 2011, Hikini village has a total population of 320 people, consisting of 157 males and 163 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hikini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 157 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 157 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 123 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Hikini
Hikini 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 Hikini
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hikini.
| 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 Rayagada to Hikini is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Hikini is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hikini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hikini 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hikini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hikini 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hikini
Where is Hikini located?
Hikini village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hikini?
The Gram Panchayat of Hikini is Dumurunelli.
What is the pincode of Hikini?
The pincode of Hikini is 765019.
What is the population of Hikini?
Hikini has a total population of 320, including 157 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Hikini?
There are 69 households in Hikini.
What is the literacy rate in Hikini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hikini is 18.13%. Male literacy is 21.66% and female literacy is 14.72%.