Upperkilabadi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Upperkilabadi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 79 km from Daringbadi and around 100 km from Phulbani. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upperkilabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upperkilabadi is 417439. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Upperkilabadi 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 Upperkilabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Upperkilabadi village had a total population of 53 people, including 23 males and 30 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.50%, with male literacy at 31.25% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Upperkilabadi
Upperkilabadi 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 Upperkilabadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Upperkilabadi.
| 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 Surada to Upperkilabadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Upperkilabadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upperkilabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upperkilabadi 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 Upperkilabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upperkilabadi 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 Upperkilabadi
Where is Upperkilabadi located?
Upperkilabadi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upperkilabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Upperkilabadi is Karada.
What is the pincode of Upperkilabadi?
The pincode of Upperkilabadi is 762104.
What is the population of Upperkilabadi?
Upperkilabadi had a total population of 53, including 23 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Upperkilabadi?
Upperkilabadi had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upperkilabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upperkilabadi was 47.50%. Male literacy was 31.25% and female literacy was 58.33%.