Ulaba - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Ulaba is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from Belaghar and around 163 km from Phulbani. Bhandarangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ulaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulaba is 417019. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Ulaba 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 Ulaba
As per Census 2011, Ulaba village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 139 males and 139 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ulaba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 139 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 100 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Ulaba
Ulaba 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 Ulaba
Public transport in the Ulaba is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ulaba is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ulaba is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulaba 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 Ulaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulaba 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 Ulaba
Where is Ulaba located?
Ulaba village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Ulaba is Bhandarangi.
What is the pincode of Ulaba?
The pincode of Ulaba is 762107.
What is the population of Ulaba?
Ulaba has a total population of 278, including 139 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Ulaba?
There are 71 households in Ulaba.
What is the literacy rate in Ulaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulaba is 24.82%. Male literacy is 28.06% and female literacy is 21.58%.