Uluda Village - Bhograi, Balasore
Uluda is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Kamarda and around 73 km from Baleshwar. Nachinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uluda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uluda is 391913. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 756079 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Uluda 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 Uluda
As per Census 2011, Uluda village has a total population of 2,673 people, consisting of 1,379 males and 1,294 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,725 literate and 948 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,782 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uluda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,673 | 1,379 | 1,294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 200 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,782 | 925 | 857 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,725 | 978 | 747 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 401 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Uluda
Uluda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharpimpal | West | 1.30 km |
| Kharidpipal | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Budakotha | South | 1.60 km |
| Nachinda | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Gangtia | North | 1.75 km |
| Nayapali | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Jaladha | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Badakhanpur | South | 2.27 km |
| Ghantiari | West | 2.29 km |
| Mahamadpur | North | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uluda
Public transport in the Uluda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Uluda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Uluda is about 73 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 Uluda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uluda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uluda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uluda 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Uluda
Where is Uluda located?
Uluda village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uluda?
The Gram Panchayat of Uluda is Nachinda.
What is the pincode of Uluda?
The pincode of Uluda is 756079.
What is the population of Uluda?
Uluda has a total population of 2,673, including 1,379 males and 1,294 females.
How many households are there in Uluda?
There are 627 households in Uluda.
What is the literacy rate in Uluda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uluda is 64.53%. Male literacy is 70.92% and female literacy is 57.73%.