Udrang - Binjharpur, Jajpur
Udrang is a village situated in the Binjharpur tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Binjharpur and around 17 km from Jajapur . Udranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udrang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udrang is 401872. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 755016 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Udrang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Binjharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udrang
As per Census 2011, Udrang village has a total population of 1,870 people, consisting of 955 males and 915 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,371 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udrang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,870 | 955 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 260 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 1,371 | 746 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 209 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Udrang
Udrang 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 Udrang
Udrang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Udrang is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udrang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udrang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udrang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udrang 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udrang
Where is Udrang located?
Udrang village is located in Binjharpur Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udrang?
The Gram Panchayat of Udrang is Udranga.
What is the pincode of Udrang?
The pincode of Udrang is 755016.
What is the population of Udrang?
Udrang has a total population of 1,870, including 955 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Udrang?
There are 428 households in Udrang.
What is the literacy rate in Udrang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udrang is 73.32%. Male literacy is 78.12% and female literacy is 68.31%.