Udalkam - Tonto, West Singhbhum
Udalkam is a village situated in the Tonto subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 69 km from Tonto and around 53 km from Chaibasa. Tonto serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udalkam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udalkam is 377979. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Udalkam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udalkam
According to the 2011 Census, Udalkam village had a total population of 211 people, including 116 males and 95 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.92%, with male literacy at 29.63% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 112 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 24 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 92 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Udalkam
Udalkam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tensera | North | 2.55 km |
| Bandabera | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Topabera | East | 3.23 km |
| Murumbura | North | 4.13 km |
| Palisai | North-East | 5.27 km |
| Tonto | East | 5.41 km |
| Lisimoti | East | 6.05 km |
| Rengrahatu | North | 6.91 km |
| Hartahatu | North-East | 7.04 km |
| Barutoa | North-East | 7.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udalkam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Udalkam. The nearest railway station is Kendposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| 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 Chaibasa to Udalkam is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udalkam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udalkam 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 Udalkam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udalkam 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 Udalkam
Where is Udalkam located?
Udalkam village is located in Tonto Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udalkam?
The Gram Panchayat of Udalkam is Tonto.
What is the pincode of Udalkam?
The pincode of Udalkam is 833204.
What is the population of Udalkam?
Udalkam had a total population of 211, including 116 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Udalkam?
Udalkam had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udalkam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udalkam was 20.92%. Male literacy was 29.63% and female literacy was 11.11%.