Urbengi - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Urbengi is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Balikuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urbengi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urbengi is 402491. The village covers a total geographical area of 491 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Urbengi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urbengi
As per Census 2011, Urbengi village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 407 males and 399 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 545 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urbengi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 407 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 73 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 278 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 273 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 134 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Urbengi
Urbengi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangapal | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Palasa Dangi | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Kandhara | West | 2.71 km |
| Sasapasi | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Kankadahad | North | 3.95 km |
| Adhapali | West | 4.23 km |
| Jhanjeri Berena No-7 | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Batagan | South | 4.63 km |
| Balikuma | East | 4.69 km |
| Akhupal | North | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urbengi
Urbengi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Urbengi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Urbengi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urbengi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urbengi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urbengi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urbengi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Urbengi
Where is Urbengi located?
Urbengi village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urbengi?
The Gram Panchayat of Urbengi is Balikuma.
What is the pincode of Urbengi?
The pincode of Urbengi is 759018.
What is the population of Urbengi?
Urbengi has a total population of 806, including 407 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Urbengi?
There are 166 households in Urbengi.
What is the literacy rate in Urbengi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urbengi is 61.66%. Male literacy is 67.08% and female literacy is 56.14%.