Upardamingia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Upardamingia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Jajespanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upardamingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upardamingia is 416394. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Upardamingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upardamingia
According to the 2011 Census, Upardamingia village had a total population of 355 people, including 184 males and 171 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.83%, with male literacy at 58.82% and female literacy at 44.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 355 | 184 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 128 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 90 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 94 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Upardamingia
Upardamingia 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 Upardamingia
Upardamingia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Phulabani to Upardamingia is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Upardamingia is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upardamingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upardamingia 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 Upardamingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upardamingia 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 Upardamingia
Where is Upardamingia located?
Upardamingia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Upardamingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Upardamingia is Jajespanga.
What is the pincode of Upardamingia?
The pincode of Upardamingia is 762011.
What is the population of Upardamingia?
Upardamingia had a total population of 355, including 184 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Upardamingia?
Upardamingia had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upardamingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upardamingia was 51.83%. Male literacy was 58.82% and female literacy was 44.59%.