Udkuda - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Udkuda is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Udkuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udkuda is 447477. The village covers a total geographical area of 1175.53 hectares and falls under the 494336 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Udkuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udkuda
As per Census 2011, Udkuda village has a total population of 1,978 people, consisting of 966 males and 1,012 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,286 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,026 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udkuda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Udkuda
Udkuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surawand | East | 2.58 km |
| Chandeli | West | 2.68 km |
| Petoli | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Mainpur | South | 3.09 km |
| Telgara | East | 3.23 km |
| Awrabhat | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Lakhanpuri | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Guttitola | West | 3.46 km |
| Gaurgaon | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Khairkheda | North | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udkuda
Udkuda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 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 Charama to Udkuda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Udkuda is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udkuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udkuda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udkuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udkuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udkuda
Where is Udkuda located?
Udkuda village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udkuda?
Udkuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udkuda?
The pincode of Udkuda is 494336.
What is the population of Udkuda?
Udkuda has a total population of 1,978, including 966 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Udkuda?
There are 456 households in Udkuda.
What is the literacy rate in Udkuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udkuda is 65.02%. Male literacy is 75.05% and female literacy is 55.43%.