Upardhunda - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Upardhunda is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dundeimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upardhunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upardhunda is 423851. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Upardhunda 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 Upardhunda
According to the 2011 Census, Upardhunda village had a total population of 460 people, including 243 males and 217 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.76%, with male literacy at 23.11% and female literacy at 15.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 340.
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 | 460 | 243 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 181 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 52 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 191 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Upardhunda
Upardhunda 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 Upardhunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Upardhunda.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Upardhunda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upardhunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upardhunda 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 Upardhunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upardhunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upardhunda
Where is Upardhunda located?
Upardhunda village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Upardhunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Upardhunda is Dundeimal.
What is the pincode of Upardhunda?
The pincode of Upardhunda is 766014.
What is the population of Upardhunda?
Upardhunda had a total population of 460, including 243 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Upardhunda?
Upardhunda had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upardhunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upardhunda was 19.76%. Male literacy was 23.11% and female literacy was 15.90%.