Udari - Lundra, Surguja
Udari is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Udari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udari is 433399. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180.48 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Udari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udari
As per Census 2011, Udari village has a total population of 3,658 people, consisting of 1,796 males and 1,862 females. The village has 863 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,717 literate and 1,941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,608 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,658 | 1,796 | 1,862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 291 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 49 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,608 | 1,274 | 1,334 |
| Literate Population | 1,717 | 903 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,941 | 893 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Udari
Udari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badgari | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Bakna Kalan | North | 2.75 km |
| Bulanga | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Dandgaon | East | 3.83 km |
| Batwahi | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Rata | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Khalpondi | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Kargidih | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Bansa | West | 4.44 km |
| Jarhadih | South-East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udari
Udari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.2 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 Ambikapur to Udari is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udari
Where is Udari located?
Udari village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udari?
Udari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udari?
The pincode of Udari is 497101.
What is the population of Udari?
Udari has a total population of 3,658, including 1,796 males and 1,862 females.
How many households are there in Udari?
There are 863 households in Udari.
What is the literacy rate in Udari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udari is 46.94%. Male literacy is 50.28% and female literacy is 43.72%.