Utiya Kalan - Baraily, Raisen
Utiya Kalan is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Utiya Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utiya Kalan is 484566. The village covers a total geographical area of 1112.75 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Utiya Kalan 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 Utiya Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Utiya Kalan village had a total population of 3,384 people, including 1,763 males and 1,621 females, living in 693 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.57%, with male literacy at 81.38% and female literacy at 62.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 748, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 3,384 | 1,763 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 243 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 748 | 386 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,095 | 1,237 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,289 | 526 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Utiya Kalan
Utiya Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bag Pipliya | South | 2.18 km |
| Kelkachha | West | 2.79 km |
| Khairi Bramhchari | North | 2.83 km |
| Chhawara | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Johar Barha | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Bamhori Panda | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Maheshwar | West | 4.14 km |
| Amrawad Khurd | North | 4.59 km |
| Seoni | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Aliganj | South | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Utiya Kalan
Utiya Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Baraily to Utiya Kalan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Utiya Kalan is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utiya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utiya Kalan 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 Utiya Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utiya Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Utiya Kalan
Where is Utiya Kalan located?
Utiya Kalan village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utiya Kalan?
Utiya Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Utiya Kalan?
The pincode of Utiya Kalan is 464665.
What is the population of Utiya Kalan?
Utiya Kalan had a total population of 3,384, including 1,763 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Utiya Kalan?
Utiya Kalan had 693 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utiya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utiya Kalan was 72.57%. Male literacy was 81.38% and female literacy was 62.77%.