Uparmuruji - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Uparmuruji is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Sadar and around 22 km from Bhawanipatna. Bhatangpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparmuruji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparmuruji is 423434. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 766002 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Uparmuruji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Uparmuruji
Uparmuruji 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Partula | South | 0.73 km |
| Pengsur | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Kanikupa | South | 1.69 km |
| Bhairabpur | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Badapada | West | 1.85 km |
| Melenda | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Kusumsila | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Katyayanipur | West | 2.28 km |
| Naktibijepur | North | 2.38 km |
| Manoharpur | West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uparmuruji
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Uparmuruji. The nearest railway station is Bhawanipatna, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Uparmuruji is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uparmuruji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparmuruji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uparmuruji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparmuruji 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uparmuruji
Where is Uparmuruji located?
Uparmuruji village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparmuruji?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparmuruji is Bhatangpadar.
What is the pincode of Uparmuruji?
The pincode of Uparmuruji is 766002.