Udumgaon Village - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Udumgaon is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Irakbutta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udumgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udumgaon is 448224. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.55 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Udumgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udumgaon
As per Census 2011, Udumgaon village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 177 males and 189 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udumgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 177 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 160 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 82 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 95 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Udumgaon
Udumgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hureli | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Parali | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Irakbutta | South | 2.57 km |
| Dorde | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Kosparali | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Ram Nagar | South | 4.94 km |
| Manghur | East | 4.96 km |
| Khairkatta | South | 5.05 km |
| Khedegaon | South-East | 5.78 km |
| Retegaon | North | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udumgaon
Udumgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.9 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 Pakhanjur to Udumgaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Udumgaon is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udumgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udumgaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Udumgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udumgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udumgaon
Where is Udumgaon located?
Udumgaon village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udumgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Udumgaon is Irakbutta.
What is the pincode of Udumgaon?
The pincode of Udumgaon is 494771.
What is the population of Udumgaon?
Udumgaon has a total population of 366, including 177 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Udumgaon?
There are 59 households in Udumgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Udumgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udumgaon is 37.16%. Male literacy is 46.33% and female literacy is 28.57%.