Ukding - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Ukding is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirkabarga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ukding village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukding is 417497. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Ukding village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukding
As per Census 2011, Ukding village has a total population of 565 people, consisting of 309 males and 256 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukding are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 309 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 124 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 166 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 83 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 226 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Ukding
Ukding 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 Ukding
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ukding.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Ukding is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ukding is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukding
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukding 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ukding
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukding 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 Ukding
Where is Ukding located?
Ukding village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukding?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukding is Sirkabarga.
What is the pincode of Ukding?
The pincode of Ukding is 762101.
What is the population of Ukding?
Ukding has a total population of 565, including 309 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Ukding?
There are 93 households in Ukding.
What is the literacy rate in Ukding?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukding is 17.35%. Male literacy is 26.86% and female literacy is 5.86%.