Udiapali - Laikera, Jharsuguda
Udiapali is a village situated in the Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laikera and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Bhatlaida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udiapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udiapali is 381231. The village covers a total geographical area of 649 hectares and falls under the 768215 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Udiapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udiapali
As per Census 2011, Udiapali village has a total population of 2,079 people, consisting of 1,013 males and 1,066 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 738 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,379 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udiapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,079 | 1,013 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 120 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 106 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,379 | 681 | 698 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 741 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 272 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Udiapali
Udiapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panpali | North | 1.84 km |
| Laikera | North | 2.49 km |
| Bhatlaida | South | 2.66 km |
| Kankmal | East | 2.68 km |
| Muradipali | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Aintapali | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Rengalbeda | North | 4.27 km |
| Kirmira | West | 4.28 km |
| Mundrajore | East | 4.31 km |
| Butupali | West | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udiapali
Public transport in the Udiapali is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panpali, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jharsuguda to Udiapali is about 22 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 Udiapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udiapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Udiapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udiapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udiapali
Where is Udiapali located?
Udiapali village is located in Laikera Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udiapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Udiapali is Bhatlaida.
What is the pincode of Udiapali?
The pincode of Udiapali is 768215.
What is the population of Udiapali?
Udiapali has a total population of 2,079, including 1,013 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Udiapali?
There are 513 households in Udiapali.
What is the literacy rate in Udiapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udiapali is 64.50%. Male literacy is 73.15% and female literacy is 56.29%.