Udchan - Afzalpur, Kalaburagi
Udchan is a village situated in the Afzalpur taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from Afzalpur and around 90 km from Gulbarga. Udchana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udchan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udchan is 620100. The village covers a total geographical area of 4902.2 hectares and falls under the 585217 pincode. Afzalpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Udchan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Afzalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udchan
As per Census 2011, Udchan village has a total population of 6,956 people, consisting of 3,549 males and 3,407 females. The village has 1,216 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,087 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,331 literate and 3,625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 640 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udchan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,956 | 3,549 | 3,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,087 | 551 | 536 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 640 | 340 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,331 | 2,024 | 1,307 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,625 | 1,525 | 2,100 |
Nearby Villages of Udchan
Udchan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hiriyal | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Bhosga | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Shivoor | North-West | 5.63 km |
| Karajagi | North | 5.96 km |
| Rodagi | South-West | 5.97 km |
| Diggi | East | 6.50 km |
| Kadani | South | 6.78 km |
| Miragi | South-West | 7.44 km |
| Tavarkhed (old) | South | 7.72 km |
| Khedgi | West | 7.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udchan
Udchan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Boroti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Afzalpur to Udchan is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Udchan 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 Udchan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udchan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udchan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udchan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udchan
Where is Udchan located?
Udchan village is located in Afzalpur Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udchan?
The Gram Panchayat of Udchan is Udchana.
What is the pincode of Udchan?
The pincode of Udchan is 585217.
What is the population of Udchan?
Udchan has a total population of 6,956, including 3,549 males and 3,407 females.
How many households are there in Udchan?
There are 1,216 households in Udchan.
What is the literacy rate in Udchan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udchan is 47.89%. Male literacy is 57.03% and female literacy is 38.36%.