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
As per Census 2011, Utekel village has a total population of 914 people, consisting of 462 males and 452 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 515 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utekel are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 914, including 462 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Utekel?
There are 216 households in Utekel.
What is the literacy rate in Utekel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utekel is 56.35%. Male literacy is 64.50% and female literacy is 48.01%.