Udepur - Bheden, Bargarh
Udepur is a village situated in the Bheden tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bheden and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Deshbhatli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udepur is 380535. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 768104 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Udepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udepur
According to the 2011 Census, Udepur village had a total population of 987 people, including 507 males and 480 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 89.01% and female literacy at 67.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 389, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 987 | 507 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 203 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 65 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 405 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 102 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Udepur
Udepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deskumbhari | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Deshbhatli | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Despatharla | West | 2.29 km |
| Galima | South | 2.99 km |
| Baipur | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Balikulunda | North | 3.27 km |
| Ichhapur | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Salna | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Deogaon | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Manpur | West | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udepur
Udepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Attabira, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bargarh to Udepur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Udepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udepur
Where is Udepur located?
Udepur village is located in Bheden Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Udepur is Deshbhatli.
What is the pincode of Udepur?
The pincode of Udepur is 768104.
What is the population of Udepur?
Udepur had a total population of 987, including 507 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Udepur?
Udepur had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udepur was 78.72%. Male literacy was 89.01% and female literacy was 67.90%.