Humar - Delanga, Puri
Humar is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Gualipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Humar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Humar is 408634. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 752016 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Humar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Humar
As per Census 2011, Humar village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 653 males and 658 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Humar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 653 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 56 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 553 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 100 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Humar
Humar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchupala | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Rench(delanga) | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Hakapada | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Poshal | East | 1.63 km |
| Thentana | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Dampur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Machhapara | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Bramheswarpur | North | 2.38 km |
| Jenapur-2 | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Praharajapur | East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Humar
Humar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Delang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Humar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Humar is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Humar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Humar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Humar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Humar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Humar
Where is Humar located?
Humar village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Humar?
The Gram Panchayat of Humar is Gualipada.
What is the pincode of Humar?
The pincode of Humar is 752016.
What is the population of Humar?
Humar has a total population of 1,311, including 653 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Humar?
There are 264 households in Humar.
What is the literacy rate in Humar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Humar is 78.79%. Male literacy is 84.69% and female literacy is 72.95%.