Hukumpeta - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Hukumpeta is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Langalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hukumpeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hukumpeta is 428684. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Hukumpeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hukumpeta
According to the 2011 Census, Hukumpeta village had a total population of 93 people, including 43 males and 50 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.77%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 31 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Hukumpeta
Hukumpeta 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 Hukumpeta
Hukumpeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sunabeda to Hukumpeta is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Hukumpeta is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hukumpeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hukumpeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hukumpeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hukumpeta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hukumpeta
Where is Hukumpeta located?
Hukumpeta village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hukumpeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Hukumpeta is Langalapada.
What is the pincode of Hukumpeta?
The pincode of Hukumpeta is 764014.
What is the population of Hukumpeta?
Hukumpeta had a total population of 93, including 43 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Hukumpeta?
Hukumpeta had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hukumpeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hukumpeta was 30.77%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 28.57%.