Utkela
About Utkela
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Utkela village is 422389. Utkela village is located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Utkela village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 546 hectares. Utkela has a total population of 3,895 peoples, out of which male population is 1,971 while female population is 1,924. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 976 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of utkela village is 64.29% out of which 74.38% males and 53.95% females are literate. There are about 1,006 houses in utkela village. Pincode of utkela village locality is 766011.
When it comes to administration, Utkela village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Utkela village comes under Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Kesinga is nearest town to utkela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Utkela
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,895 | 1,971 | 1,924 |
| Children (0-6) | 449 | 228 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 734 | 357 | 377 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 826 | 429 | 397 |
| Literate Population | 2,504 | 1,466 | 1,038 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,391 | 505 | 886 |
Connectivity of Utkela
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Utkela
Where is Utkela located?
Utkela village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utkela?
Utkela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Utkela?
The pincode of Utkela is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Utkela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Utkela is 3,895, with 1,971 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Utkela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Utkela village has a total of 1,006 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utkela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Utkela is 64.29%. The male literacy rate is 74.38%, while the female literacy rate is 53.95%.