Uttam - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Uttam is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Uttam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttam is 380749. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Uttam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttam
According to the 2011 Census, Uttam village had a total population of 895 people, including 438 males and 457 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.85%, with male literacy at 87.03% and female literacy at 66.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 326.
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 | 895 | 438 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 49 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 169 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 349 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 89 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Uttam
Uttam 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 Uttam
Uttam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Uttam is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Uttam is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttam
Where is Uttam located?
Uttam village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttam?
Uttam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uttam?
The pincode of Uttam is 768052.
What is the population of Uttam?
Uttam had a total population of 895, including 438 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Uttam?
Uttam had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttam was 76.85%. Male literacy was 87.03% and female literacy was 66.91%.