Usta - Polasara, Ganjam
Usta is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 92 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usta is 411538. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 48 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 Polasara 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 137 people, including 72 males and 65 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.11%, with male literacy at 9.23% and female literacy at 13.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
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 | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 66 | 58 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Usta.
| 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 Polasara to Usta is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Usta is about 92 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Usta?
The Gram Panchayat of Usta is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Usta?
The pincode of Usta is 761105.
What is the population of Usta?
Usta had a total population of 137, including 72 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Usta?
Usta had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usta was 11.11%. Male literacy was 9.23% and female literacy was 13.46%.