Udih - Panki, Palamu
Udih is a village situated in the Panki subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Pagar Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udih is 366399. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.67 hectares and falls under the 822122 pincode.
Udih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Udih
According to the 2011 Census, Udih village had a total population of 575 people, including 296 males and 279 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.27%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 78.30%.
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 | 575 | 296 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 248 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 48 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Udih
Udih is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Udih
Udih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Udih is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udih 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Udih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udih
Where is Udih located?
Udih village is located in Panki Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udih?
The Gram Panchayat of Udih is Pagar Khurd.
What is the pincode of Udih?
The pincode of Udih is 822122.
What is the population of Udih?
Udih had a total population of 575, including 296 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Udih?
Udih had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udih was 87.27%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 78.30%.