Urdara - Lundra, Surguja
Urdara is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Urdara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urdara is 433351. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Urdara 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 Urdara
According to the 2011 Census, Urdara village had a total population of 1,029 people, including 516 males and 513 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.84%, with male literacy at 72.37% and female literacy at 39.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 815.
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 | 1,029 | 516 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 89 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 815 | 414 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 309 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 207 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Urdara
Urdara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sasouli | West | 1.72 km |
| Jamdih | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Patradih | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Korandha | East | 2.40 km |
| Rai Kalan | South | 2.41 km |
| Karesar | North | 3.06 km |
| Rai Khurd | South | 3.31 km |
| Baheradih | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Daholi | West | 3.59 km |
| Gujarwar | North-East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urdara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Urdara. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.8 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 Urdara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urdara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urdara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urdara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urdara 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urdara
Where is Urdara located?
Urdara village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urdara?
Urdara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urdara?
The pincode of Urdara is 497101.
What is the population of Urdara?
Urdara had a total population of 1,029, including 516 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Urdara?
Urdara had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urdara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urdara was 55.84%. Male literacy was 72.37% and female literacy was 39.73%.