Udiguna - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Udiguna is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Thuamul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udiguna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udiguna is 424381. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Udiguna 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.
Population of Udiguna
According to the 2011 Census, Udiguna village had a total population of 159 people, including 74 males and 85 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.60%, with male literacy at 60.34% and female literacy at 25.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 159 | 74 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 35 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 39 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Udiguna
Udiguna 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 Udiguna
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Udiguna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Udiguna is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udiguna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udiguna 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 Udiguna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udiguna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udiguna
Where is Udiguna located?
Udiguna village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udiguna?
The Gram Panchayat of Udiguna is Thuamul.
What is the pincode of Udiguna?
The pincode of Udiguna is 766037.
What is the population of Udiguna?
Udiguna had a total population of 159, including 74 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Udiguna?
Udiguna had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udiguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udiguna was 41.60%. Male literacy was 60.34% and female literacy was 25.37%.