Uchhala
Uchhala is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Uchhala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Uchhala unique in its vibrant Kegaon-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Uchhala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Uchhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uchhala is 423677. The village spans a total geographical area of 492 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Uchhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Uchhala
Population of Uchhala
According to the 2011 Census, Uchhala has a total population of about 2,007, with approximately 1,004 males and 1,003 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 199 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 919. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.85%, with male literacy at about 53.29% and female literacy near 30.41%. There are around 524 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uchhala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,007 | 1,004 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 127 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 919 | 449 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 535 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 469 | 698 |
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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uchhala?
- Uchhala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Uchhala?
- The pincode of Uchhala is 766011, 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 2,007, with 1,004 males and 1,003 females.
- How many households are there in Uchhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uchhala village has a total of 524 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uchhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uchhala is 41.85%. The male literacy rate is 53.29%, while the female literacy rate is 30.41%.