Udkuda
Udkuda is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Udkuda village is also a gram panchayat.
Udkuda has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Udkuda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Udkuda is 447477. The village spans a total geographical area of 1175.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Charama is nearest town to Udkuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Udkuda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Udkuda
Below is a concise population overview of Udkuda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,978 | 966 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 93 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 84 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,026 | 489 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 1,286 | 725 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 241 | 451 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Udkuda village:
- The total population of Udkuda village is around 1,978, including approximately 966 males and 1,012 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 189 children aged 0–6 years in Udkuda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Udkuda village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,026 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Udkuda village is about 65.02%, with male literacy at 75.05% and female literacy at 55.43%.
- There are around 456 households in Udkuda village.
Connectivity of Udkuda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Udkuda. As per the 2011 stats, Udkuda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Udkuda
Knowing the nearby villages of Udkuda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Udkuda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Udkuda
- Where is Udkuda located?
- Udkuda village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Udkuda?
- Udkuda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Udkuda?
- The pincode of Udkuda is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Udkuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Udkuda is 1,978, with 966 males and 1,012 females.
- How many households are there in Udkuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Udkuda village has a total of 456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Udkuda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Udkuda is 65.02%. The male literacy rate is 75.05%, while the female literacy rate is 55.43%.