Udaigiri - Baraily, Raisen
Udaigiri is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Udaigiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udaigiri is 484525. The village covers a total geographical area of 797.09 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Udaigiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udaigiri
As per Census 2011, Udaigiri village has a total population of 1,537 people, consisting of 813 males and 724 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 887 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udaigiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,537 | 813 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 132 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 246 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 557 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 256 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Udaigiri
Udaigiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panjra Kashiram | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Sinwah | East | 2.13 km |
| Mehka | South | 2.14 km |
| Kheri Pratapsingh | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Surmapar | South | 2.47 km |
| Ripsili | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Pipaliya Nasratkhan | West | 2.80 km |
| Paplai | North | 2.96 km |
| Alanpur | East | 3.05 km |
| Khursuru | East | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udaigiri
Udaigiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 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 Baraily to Udaigiri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Udaigiri is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udaigiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udaigiri 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 Udaigiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udaigiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udaigiri
Where is Udaigiri located?
Udaigiri village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udaigiri?
Udaigiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udaigiri?
The pincode of Udaigiri is 464668.
What is the population of Udaigiri?
Udaigiri has a total population of 1,537, including 813 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Udaigiri?
There are 319 households in Udaigiri.
What is the literacy rate in Udaigiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udaigiri is 57.71%. Male literacy is 68.51% and female literacy is 45.58%.