Utanbad - Badoda, Sheopur
Utanbad is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Utanwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utanbad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utanbad is 451732. The village covers a total geographical area of 2186 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Utanbad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utanbad
As per Census 2011, Utanbad village has a total population of 2,679 people, consisting of 1,417 males and 1,262 females. The village has 549 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,076 literate and 1,603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utanbad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,679 | 1,417 | 1,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 237 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 733 | 381 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 718 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,603 | 699 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Utanbad
Utanbad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dheekariya | East | 1.57 km |
| Shri Ji Ki Ganwadi | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Narayanpura | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Chhota Kheda | North | 2.80 km |
| Luhadi Kheda | South | 3.35 km |
| Hirni Kheda | East | 3.47 km |
| Dukalya Kheda | West | 3.59 km |
| Alapura | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Bada Kheda | North | 4.30 km |
| Galmanya | South | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Utanbad
Utanbad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Badoda to Utanbad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Utanbad is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utanbad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utanbad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Utanbad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utanbad 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 Utanbad
Where is Utanbad located?
Utanbad village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utanbad?
The Gram Panchayat of Utanbad is Utanwad.
What is the pincode of Utanbad?
The pincode of Utanbad is 476339.
What is the population of Utanbad?
Utanbad has a total population of 2,679, including 1,417 males and 1,262 females.
How many households are there in Utanbad?
There are 549 households in Utanbad.
What is the literacy rate in Utanbad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utanbad is 40.16%. Male literacy is 50.67% and female literacy is 28.37%.