Udumkela - Mainpat, Surguja
Udumkela is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Udumkela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udumkela is 433563. The village covers a total geographical area of 1810.64 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Udumkela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udumkela
According to the 2011 Census, Udumkela village had a total population of 2,484 people, including 1,234 males and 1,250 females, living in 574 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.38%, with male literacy at 50.73% and female literacy at 31.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,241.
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 | 2,484 | 1,234 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 211 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,241 | 1,106 | 1,135 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 519 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,646 | 715 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Udumkela
Udumkela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandana | North | 2.97 km |
| Rajkheta | South | 4.78 km |
| Deogarh | East | 4.79 km |
| Kot | North | 4.96 km |
| Jajga | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Narbadapur | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 6.15 km |
| Chainpur | South | 6.43 km |
| Pidiya | South | 6.45 km |
| Katkalo | South-East | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udumkela
Udumkela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Udumkela is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Udumkela is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udumkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udumkela 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Udumkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udumkela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Udumkela
Where is Udumkela located?
Udumkela village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udumkela?
Udumkela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udumkela?
The pincode of Udumkela is 497001.
What is the population of Udumkela?
Udumkela had a total population of 2,484, including 1,234 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Udumkela?
Udumkela had 574 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udumkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udumkela was 41.38%. Male literacy was 50.73% and female literacy was 31.84%.