Humkapita - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Humkapita is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Hunera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Humkapita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Humkapita is 049193. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.9 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Humkapita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Humkapita
According to the 2011 Census, Humkapita village had a total population of 114 people, including 53 males and 61 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 6 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Humkapita
Humkapita 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 Humkapita
Humkapita is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Humkapita is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Humkapita is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Humkapita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Humkapita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Humkapita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Humkapita 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Humkapita
Where is Humkapita located?
Humkapita village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Humkapita?
The Gram Panchayat of Humkapita is Hunera.
What is the pincode of Humkapita?
The pincode of Humkapita is 262551.
What is the population of Humkapita?
Humkapita had a total population of 114, including 53 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Humkapita?
Humkapita had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Humkapita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Humkapita was 76.19%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.