Udegiri - Mathili, Malkangiri
Udegiri is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Karatanpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udegiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udegiri is 430349. The village covers a total geographical area of 726 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Udegiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udegiri
According to the 2011 Census, Udegiri village had a total population of 1,008 people, including 506 males and 502 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.54%, with male literacy at 54.63% and female literacy at 28.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 814.
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 | 1,008 | 506 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 814 | 409 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 224 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 282 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Udegiri
Udegiri 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 Udegiri
Udegiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Malkangiri to Udegiri is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Udegiri is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udegiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udegiri 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Udegiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udegiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udegiri
Where is Udegiri located?
Udegiri village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udegiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Udegiri is Karatanpalli.
What is the pincode of Udegiri?
The pincode of Udegiri is 764044.
What is the population of Udegiri?
Udegiri had a total population of 1,008, including 506 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Udegiri?
Udegiri had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udegiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udegiri was 41.54%. Male literacy was 54.63% and female literacy was 28.33%.