Uchhala
Uchhala is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Uchala is the gram panchayat of Uchhala village.
Uchhala has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Uchhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uchhala is 424143. The village spans a total geographical area of 1005 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766019. Junagarh is nearest town to Uchhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Uchhala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Uchhala
Below is a concise population overview of Uchhala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,815 | 1,360 | 1,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 210 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 151 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 849 | 420 | 429 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 749 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,591 | 611 | 980 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uchhala village:
- The total population of Uchhala village is around 2,815, including approximately 1,360 males and 1,455 females, with a sex ratio of 1069 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 429 children aged 0–6 years in Uchhala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Uchhala village has 329 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 849 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Uchhala village is about 43.48%, with male literacy at 55.07% and female literacy at 32.65%.
- There are around 719 households in Uchhala village.
Connectivity of Uchhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uchhala. As per the 2011 stats, Uchhala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uchhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Uchhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uchhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uchhala
- Where is Uchhala located?
- Uchhala village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uchhala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uchhala is Uchala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uchhala?
- The pincode of Uchhala is 766019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uchhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uchhala is 2,815, with 1,360 males and 1,455 females.
- How many households are there in Uchhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uchhala village has a total of 719 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uchhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uchhala is 43.48%. The male literacy rate is 55.07%, while the female literacy rate is 32.65%.