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
According to the 2011 Census, Ukding village had a total population of 565 people, including 309 males and 256 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.39%, with male literacy at 44.86% and female literacy at 7.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.
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 | 565 | 309 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 124 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 565, including 309 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Ukding?
Ukding had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ukding?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukding was 25.39%. Male literacy was 44.86% and female literacy was 7.46%.