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
As per Census 2011, Upardamingia village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 184 males and 171 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 252 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upardamingia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 355, including 184 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Upardamingia?
There are 85 households in Upardamingia.
What is the literacy rate in Upardamingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upardamingia is 43.94%. Male literacy is 48.91% and female literacy is 38.60%.