Udumkela Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Udumkela village has a total population of 2,484 people, consisting of 1,234 males and 1,250 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 838 literate and 1,646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,241 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udumkela are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 2,484, including 1,234 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Udumkela?
There are 574 households in Udumkela.
What is the literacy rate in Udumkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udumkela is 33.74%. Male literacy is 42.06% and female literacy is 25.52%.