Hikiri

Hikiri is a village located in Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bishamakatak (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Thuapada is the gram panchayat of Hikiri village.

Hikiri has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Hikiri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hikiri is 425194. The village spans a total geographical area of 284 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765019. Rayagada is nearest town to Hikiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.

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Population of Hikiri

Below is a concise population overview of Hikiri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 317 149 168
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 25 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 53 30 23
Literate Population 108 67 41
Illiterate Population 209 82 127

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hikiri village:

  • The total population of Hikiri village is around 317, including approximately 149 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 1127 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Hikiri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hikiri village has 53 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hikiri village is about 34.07%, with male literacy at 44.97% and female literacy at 24.40%.
  • There are around 83 households in Hikiri village.

Connectivity of Hikiri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hikiri. As per the 2011 stats, Hikiri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Hikiri

Knowing the nearby villages of Hikiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hikiri.

Gadabangiri Pipilipanga Sunabudahada Balakupa Tankupadar Hirisoda Thuapadi Bhejipadar Balipadar Purunapani Sauraguda

Frequently Asked Questions about Hikiri

Where is Hikiri located?
Hikiri village is situated in Bishamakatak Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hikiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Hikiri is Thuapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hikiri?
The pincode of Hikiri is 765019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hikiri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hikiri is 317, with 149 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Hikiri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hikiri village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hikiri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hikiri is 34.07%. The male literacy rate is 44.97%, while the female literacy rate is 24.40%.