Hiterai - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Hiterai is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Rairakhol and around 85 km from Sambalpur. Daincha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiterai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiterai is 382384. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Hiterai 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 Hiterai
As per Census 2011, Hiterai village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 186 males and 210 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiterai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 186 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 54 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 132 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 54 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Hiterai
Hiterai 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 Hiterai
Hiterai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Redhakhol to Hiterai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Hiterai is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiterai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiterai 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 Hiterai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiterai 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 Hiterai
Where is Hiterai located?
Hiterai village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiterai?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiterai is Daincha.
What is the pincode of Hiterai?
The pincode of Hiterai is 768106.
What is the population of Hiterai?
Hiterai has a total population of 396, including 186 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Hiterai?
There are 94 households in Hiterai.
What is the literacy rate in Hiterai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiterai is 62.63%. Male literacy is 70.97% and female literacy is 55.24%.