Udrana - Bhaderwah, Doda
Udrana is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Udrana-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Udrana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udrana is 004488. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.3 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Udrana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udrana
According to the 2011 Census, Udrana village had a total population of 3,208 people, including 1,643 males and 1,565 females, living in 638 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.85%, with male literacy at 92.61% and female literacy at 72.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 3,208 | 1,643 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 222 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 256 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 2,309 | 1,316 | 993 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 327 | 572 |
Nearby Villages of Udrana
Udrana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gatha | West | 1.70 km |
| Madsoo | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Dranga | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Thatha | North | 3.68 km |
| Chakka | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Sungli | South | 4.79 km |
| Kolra | East | 4.84 km |
| Drodhu | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Nagar | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Bhadrote | South | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udrana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Udrana. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Udrana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Udrana is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udrana 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 Udrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udrana 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 Udrana
Where is Udrana located?
Udrana village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Udrana?
The Halqa Panchayat of Udrana is Udrana-b.
What is the pincode of Udrana?
The pincode of Udrana is 182221.
What is the population of Udrana?
Udrana had a total population of 3,208, including 1,643 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Udrana?
Udrana had 638 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udrana was 82.85%. Male literacy was 92.61% and female literacy was 72.69%.