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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Hitaro
According to the 2011 Census, Hitaro village had a total population of 24 people, including 11 males and 13 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 24, including 11 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Hitaro?
Hitaro had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hitaro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hitaro was 86.36%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.92%.