Uparkangerikia - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Uparkangerikia is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Sarangagarh and around 52 km from Phulbani. Jiridikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparkangerikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparkangerikia is 416167. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Uparkangerikia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uparkangerikia
According to the 2011 Census, Uparkangerikia village had a total population of 173 people, including 83 males and 90 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.79%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 57.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 22 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Uparkangerikia
Uparkangerikia 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 Uparkangerikia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Uparkangerikia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Uparkangerikia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Uparkangerikia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uparkangerikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparkangerikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uparkangerikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparkangerikia 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 Uparkangerikia
Where is Uparkangerikia located?
Uparkangerikia village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparkangerikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparkangerikia is Jiridikia.
What is the pincode of Uparkangerikia?
The pincode of Uparkangerikia is 762106.
What is the population of Uparkangerikia?
Uparkangerikia had a total population of 173, including 83 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Uparkangerikia?
Uparkangerikia had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uparkangerikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparkangerikia was 72.79%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 57.50%.