Hitaro - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Hitaro is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jajauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hitaro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hitaro is 049997. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Hitaro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hitaro
As per Census 2011, Hitaro village has a total population of 24 people, consisting of 11 males and 13 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 5 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hitaro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Hitaro
Hitaro 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 Hitaro
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Hitaro.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Hitaro is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hitaro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hitaro 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 Hitaro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hitaro 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hitaro
Where is Hitaro located?
Hitaro village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hitaro?
The Gram Panchayat of Hitaro is Jajauli.
What is the pincode of Hitaro?
The pincode of Hitaro is 262522.
What is the population of Hitaro?
Hitaro has a total population of 24, including 11 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Hitaro?
There are 7 households in Hitaro.
What is the literacy rate in Hitaro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hitaro is 79.17%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 76.92%.