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
According to the 2011 Census, Hikini village had a total population of 320 people, including 157 males and 163 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.48%, with male literacy at 27.20% and female literacy at 18.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 320.
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 | 320 | 157 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 320, including 157 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Hikini?
Hikini had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hikini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hikini was 22.48%. Male literacy was 27.20% and female literacy was 18.05%.