Hingama - Ulunda, Sonepur
Hingama is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Biramaharajpur and around 10 km from Subarnapur. Raxa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hingama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingama is 419383. The village covers a total geographical area of 585 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Hingama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hingama
As per Census 2011, Hingama village has a total population of 2,173 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,064 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,451 literate and 722 illiterate residents. Additionally, 682 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hingama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,173 | 1,109 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 134 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 682 | 367 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,451 | 864 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 245 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Hingama
Hingama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raksa | West | 1.61 km |
| Tikuda | East | 1.94 km |
| Kesalpura | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Baghalpur | West | 2.89 km |
| Khapuripur | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Paikpali | South | 2.99 km |
| Jaloi | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Lehedi | South | 3.00 km |
| Jaloijungle | North | 3.02 km |
| Sauripali | South-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hingama
Hingama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonapur to Hingama is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Hingama is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hingama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingama 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 Hingama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hingama
Where is Hingama located?
Hingama village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hingama?
The Gram Panchayat of Hingama is Raxa.
What is the pincode of Hingama?
The pincode of Hingama is 767018.
What is the population of Hingama?
Hingama has a total population of 2,173, including 1,109 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Hingama?
There are 573 households in Hingama.
What is the literacy rate in Hingama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingama is 66.77%. Male literacy is 77.91% and female literacy is 55.17%.