Hitasara - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Hitasara is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Batagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hitasara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hitasara is 382580. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Hitasara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hitasara
As per Census 2011, Hitasara village has a total population of 1,401 people, consisting of 671 males and 730 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 873 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hitasara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,401 | 671 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 89 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 40 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 485 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 186 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Hitasara
Hitasara 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 Hitasara
Hitasara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Hitasara is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Hitasara is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hitasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hitasara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hitasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hitasara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hitasara
Where is Hitasara located?
Hitasara village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hitasara?
The Gram Panchayat of Hitasara is Batagaon.
What is the pincode of Hitasara?
The pincode of Hitasara is 768106.
What is the population of Hitasara?
Hitasara has a total population of 1,401, including 671 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Hitasara?
There are 325 households in Hitasara.
What is the literacy rate in Hitasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hitasara is 62.31%. Male literacy is 72.28% and female literacy is 53.15%.