Uparajamuguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Uparajamuguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhariput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparajamuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparajamuguda is 428741. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Uparajamuguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uparajamuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Uparajamuguda village had a total population of 97 people, including 49 males and 48 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.92%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 18.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 40 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Uparajamuguda
Uparajamuguda 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 Uparajamuguda
Uparajamuguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Koraput to Uparajamuguda is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Uparajamuguda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uparajamuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparajamuguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uparajamuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparajamuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uparajamuguda
Where is Uparajamuguda located?
Uparajamuguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uparajamuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparajamuguda is Kumbhariput.
What is the pincode of Uparajamuguda?
The pincode of Uparajamuguda is 764027.
What is the population of Uparajamuguda?
Uparajamuguda had a total population of 97, including 49 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Uparajamuguda?
Uparajamuguda had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uparajamuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparajamuguda was 21.92%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 18.92%.