Uduliaguda - Kundura, Koraput
Uduliaguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Banuaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uduliaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uduliaguda is 429173. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Uduliaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uduliaguda
As per Census 2011, Uduliaguda village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 58 males and 57 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uduliaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 35 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Uduliaguda
Uduliaguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraguda | South | 1.39 km |
| Gorahandi | East | 1.75 km |
| Banuaguda | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Taraput | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Phupugam | North | 2.50 km |
| Majhiguda | West | 2.69 km |
| Jhodenga | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Gullariguda | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Naragam | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Jontaput | South | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uduliaguda
Public transport in the Uduliaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanapur Orissa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Uduliaguda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Uduliaguda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uduliaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uduliaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uduliaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uduliaguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uduliaguda
Where is Uduliaguda located?
Uduliaguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uduliaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Uduliaguda is Banuaguda.
What is the pincode of Uduliaguda?
The pincode of Uduliaguda is 764002.
What is the population of Uduliaguda?
Uduliaguda has a total population of 115, including 58 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Uduliaguda?
There are 29 households in Uduliaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Uduliaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uduliaguda is 28.70%. Male literacy is 39.66% and female literacy is 17.54%.