Udanapur - Lonar, Buldhana
Udanapur is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Lonar and around 99 km from Buldana. Koyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udanapur is 529540. The village covers a total geographical area of 444.3 hectares and falls under the 443301 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Udanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udanapur
According to the 2011 Census, Udanapur village had a total population of 959 people, including 495 males and 464 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.98%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 67.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 959 | 495 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 61 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 384 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 111 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Udanapur
Udanapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Walhur | West | 1.50 km |
| Wadgaon Tejan | East | 2.61 km |
| Yesapur | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Tandulwadi | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Koyali | South | 2.76 km |
| Karegaon | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Pardi Pr.lonar | East | 3.43 km |
| Pimpalkhuta | South | 4.61 km |
| Somthana | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Bhanapur | North | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udanapur
Udanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradgaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lonar to Udanapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Udanapur 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 Udanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udanapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Udanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udanapur 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 Udanapur
Where is Udanapur located?
Udanapur village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Udanapur is Koyali.
What is the pincode of Udanapur?
The pincode of Udanapur is 443301.
What is the population of Udanapur?
Udanapur had a total population of 959, including 495 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Udanapur?
Udanapur had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udanapur was 79.98%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 67.92%.