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
As per Census 2011, Udegiri village has a total population of 1,008 people, consisting of 506 males and 502 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 814 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udegiri are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,008, including 506 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Udegiri?
There are 246 households in Udegiri.
What is the literacy rate in Udegiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udegiri is 33.63%. Male literacy is 44.27% and female literacy is 22.91%.