Utekel - Pithora, Mahasamund
Utekel is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Utekel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utekel is 446504. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.5 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Utekel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utekel
According to the 2011 Census, Utekel village had a total population of 914 people, including 462 males and 452 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.90%, with male literacy at 74.69% and female literacy at 53.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 914 | 462 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 63 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 298 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 164 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Utekel
Utekel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagundhap | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Bijepur | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Pipraud | East | 1.81 km |
| Pipraud Tukda(viran) | East | 2.32 km |
| Gauriya | West | 2.40 km |
| Sankara | North | 2.54 km |
| Lohrin Dongari | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Mati Daraha | South | 2.95 km |
| Loharakot | West | 3.21 km |
| Dharampur | South-East | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Utekel
Utekel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bagbahara to Utekel is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Utekel is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utekel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utekel 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 Utekel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utekel 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 Utekel
Where is Utekel located?
Utekel village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utekel?
Utekel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Utekel?
The pincode of Utekel is 492112.
What is the population of Utekel?
Utekel had a total population of 914, including 462 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Utekel?
Utekel had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utekel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utekel was 63.90%. Male literacy was 74.69% and female literacy was 53.32%.