Udayapur - Bhograi, Balasore
Udayapur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Bhograi and around 83 km from Baleshwar. Sahabajipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udayapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udayapur is 391780. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 756085 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Udayapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udayapur
According to the 2011 Census, Udayapur village had a total population of 1,118 people, including 583 males and 535 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.73%, with male literacy at 83.40% and female literacy at 65.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 935.
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 | 1,118 | 583 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 101 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 935 | 486 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 402 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 181 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Udayapur
Udayapur 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 Udayapur
Udayapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaleswar to Udayapur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Udayapur is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udayapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udayapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Udayapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udayapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udayapur
Where is Udayapur located?
Udayapur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udayapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Udayapur is Sahabajipur.
What is the pincode of Udayapur?
The pincode of Udayapur is 756085.
What is the population of Udayapur?
Udayapur had a total population of 1,118, including 583 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Udayapur?
Udayapur had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udayapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udayapur was 74.73%. Male literacy was 83.40% and female literacy was 65.49%.