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Hingula

हिङ्गुला
Also known as: Hiṅgulā, Vermilion Goddess, Folk Goddess, Odisha Devi

About

A folk goddess in Odisha, associated with vermilion (hingula), fertility, and protection from diseases. Worshipped with offerings of vermilion, turmeric, and neem. Often represented by simple stone idols under trees or at village boundaries.

Attributes

Folk goddessVermilionFertilityProtectionOdisha deity

Symbols

VermilionNeemTurmericStone idolLamp

Associated Mantras

Om Hiṅgulāyai Namaḥ

Festivals

Hingula PujaAnnual village festivals

Scriptures

Folk traditions

Regions Worshipped

OdishaWest BengalJharkhand

Iconography

Often represented by stone idol under tree. Anthropomorphic form: holds neem leaves and lamp. Associated with vermilion offerings.