Udalkom - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Udalkom is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Gudri and around 90 km from Pashchimi Singhbhum. Boikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udalkom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udalkom is 376953. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Udalkom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udalkom
According to the 2011 Census, Udalkom village had a total population of 284 people, including 142 males and 142 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.49%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 22.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 284 | 142 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 142 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 49 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 93 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Udalkom
Udalkom 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mailpir | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Patahatu | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Kerabir | East | 3.37 km |
| Baibera | South | 3.53 km |
| Jhumpura | South | 4.17 km |
| Pansua | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Huilor | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Bilaiti Tola | East | 4.44 km |
| Kutipi | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Bando Kumba | North-West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udalkom
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Udalkom. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Pashchimi Singhbhum to Udalkom is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udalkom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udalkom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Udalkom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udalkom 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 Udalkom
Where is Udalkom located?
Udalkom village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udalkom?
The Gram Panchayat of Udalkom is Boikera.
What is the pincode of Udalkom?
The pincode of Udalkom is 833105.
What is the population of Udalkom?
Udalkom had a total population of 284, including 142 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Udalkom?
Udalkom had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udalkom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udalkom was 33.49%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 22.33%.