Uchehara (Abad) - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Uchehara (Abad) is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Uchehara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uchehara (Abad) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchehara (Abad) is 501182. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.31 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Uchehara (Abad) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uchehara (Abad)
As per Census 2011, Uchehara (Abad) village has a total population of 974 people, consisting of 485 males and 489 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 941 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uchehara (Abad) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 485 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 941 | 468 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 275 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 210 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Uchehara (Abad)
Uchehara (Abad) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uchehara (Abad)
Uchehara (Abad) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jaisinghnagar to Uchehara (Abad) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Uchehara (Abad) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uchehara (Abad)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchehara (Abad) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uchehara (Abad)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchehara (Abad) 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uchehara (Abad)
Where is Uchehara (Abad) located?
Uchehara (Abad) village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uchehara (Abad)?
The Gram Panchayat of Uchehara (Abad) is Uchehara.
What is the pincode of Uchehara (Abad)?
The pincode of Uchehara (Abad) is 484771.
What is the population of Uchehara (Abad)?
Uchehara (Abad) has a total population of 974, including 485 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Uchehara (Abad)?
There are 258 households in Uchehara (Abad).
What is the literacy rate in Uchehara (Abad)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchehara (Abad) is 47.13%. Male literacy is 56.70% and female literacy is 37.63%.