Usta - Dharakote, Ganjam
Usta is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from Badagada and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Balarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usta is 411126. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Usta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Usta
According to the 2011 Census, Usta village had a total population of 824 people, including 420 males and 404 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 75.62% and female literacy at 55.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 824 | 420 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 276 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 144 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Usta
Usta 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 Usta
Usta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Surada to Usta is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Usta is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usta 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Usta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Usta
Where is Usta located?
Usta village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Usta?
The Gram Panchayat of Usta is Balarampur.
What is the pincode of Usta?
The pincode of Usta is 761109.
What is the population of Usta?
Usta had a total population of 824, including 420 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Usta?
Usta had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usta was 65.59%. Male literacy was 75.62% and female literacy was 55.14%.