Udeshrunga - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Udeshrunga is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Udeshrunga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udeshrunga is 423856. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Udeshrunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udeshrunga
As per Census 2011, Udeshrunga village has a total population of 1,855 people, consisting of 939 males and 916 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 824 literate and 1,031 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udeshrunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,855 | 939 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 137 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 533 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,031 | 406 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Udeshrunga
Udeshrunga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dungariguda | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Leter | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Turechhada | East | 2.39 km |
| Liad | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Makraguda | North | 4.00 km |
| Banjipadar | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Manjhari | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Dudukel | South | 4.39 km |
| Chapria | East | 4.45 km |
| Grindul | South-West | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udeshrunga
Udeshrunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 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 Junagarh to Udeshrunga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Udeshrunga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udeshrunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udeshrunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udeshrunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udeshrunga 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 Udeshrunga
Where is Udeshrunga located?
Udeshrunga village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udeshrunga?
Udeshrunga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udeshrunga?
The pincode of Udeshrunga is 766016.
What is the population of Udeshrunga?
Udeshrunga has a total population of 1,855, including 939 males and 916 females.
How many households are there in Udeshrunga?
There are 502 households in Udeshrunga.
What is the literacy rate in Udeshrunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udeshrunga is 44.42%. Male literacy is 56.76% and female literacy is 31.77%.