Udidgaon - Baderajpur, Kondagaon
Udidgaon is a village situated in the Baderajpur tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Visrampuree and around 165 km from Jagdalpur. Machali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udidgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udidgaon is 448617. The village covers a total geographical area of 805.56 hectares and falls under the 494347 pincode. Visrampuree is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Udidgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udidgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Udidgaon village had a total population of 1,235 people, including 615 males and 620 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.42%, with male literacy at 84.32% and female literacy at 58.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,137.
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 | 1,235 | 615 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 73 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,137 | 566 | 571 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 457 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 158 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Udidgaon
Udidgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machali | North | 1.96 km |
| Chichadi | South | 2.95 km |
| Palna | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Salna | East | 3.03 km |
| Kurrubhat | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Chhotemalgaon | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Lihagaon | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Parond | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Honawandi | West | 3.71 km |
| Badagaon | North-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udidgaon
Udidgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Visrampuree to Udidgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Udidgaon is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udidgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udidgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Udidgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udidgaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Udidgaon
Where is Udidgaon located?
Udidgaon village is located in Baderajpur Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udidgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Udidgaon is Machali.
What is the pincode of Udidgaon?
The pincode of Udidgaon is 494347.
What is the population of Udidgaon?
Udidgaon had a total population of 1,235, including 615 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Udidgaon?
Udidgaon had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udidgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udidgaon was 71.42%. Male literacy was 84.32% and female literacy was 58.27%.