Utkela
Utkela is a village located in Sindhekela tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sindhekela (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Themra is the gram panchayat of Utkela village.
Utkela has its own place in the vibrant Balangir region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Utkela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Utkela is 421371. The village spans a total geographical area of 96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767040. Kantabanji is nearest town to Utkela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Utkela
Population of Utkela
Below is a concise population overview of Utkela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 189 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 105 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 84 | 128 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Utkela village:
- The total population of Utkela village is around 364, including approximately 189 males and 175 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Utkela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Utkela village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Utkela village is about 41.76%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 26.86%.
- There are around 101 households in Utkela village.
Connectivity of Utkela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Utkela. As per the 2011 stats, Utkela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Utkela
Knowing the nearby villages of Utkela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Utkela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Utkela
- Where is Utkela located?
- Utkela village is situated in Sindhekela Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Utkela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Utkela is Themra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Utkela?
- The pincode of Utkela is 767040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Utkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Utkela is 364, with 189 males and 175 females.
- How many households are there in Utkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Utkela village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Utkela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Utkela is 41.76%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 26.86%.