Udayapur - Buguda, Ganjam
Udayapur is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karasingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udayapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udayapur is 410366. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udayapur
As per Census 2011, Udayapur village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 258 males and 239 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udayapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 258 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 151 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 99 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 159 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Udayapur
Udayapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gahanapalli | South | 1.54 km |
| Jeak | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Narasinghaprasad | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Karachuli | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Bhabasara | South | 3.85 km |
| Dhanurjayapur | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Samalai | West | 4.34 km |
| Jayamangalaprasad | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Halandapali | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Saradhapur | South | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udayapur
Udayapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| 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 Buguda to Udayapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Udayapur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udayapur
Where is Udayapur located?
Udayapur village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udayapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Udayapur is Karasingi.
What is the pincode of Udayapur?
The pincode of Udayapur is 761118.
What is the population of Udayapur?
Udayapur has a total population of 497, including 258 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Udayapur?
There are 131 households in Udayapur.
What is the literacy rate in Udayapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udayapur is 34.81%. Male literacy is 38.37% and female literacy is 30.96%.