Uania - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Uania is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Nafri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uania is 389481. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Uania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uania
As per Census 2011, Uania village has a total population of 681 people, consisting of 349 males and 332 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 349 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 275 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 74 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Uania
Uania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malidihi | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Dahisahi | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Deolipal | South | 1.56 km |
| Beguniadiha | East | 1.63 km |
| Krushnachandrapur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Kanimahuli | West | 1.71 km |
| Jhinkpahadi | West | 1.75 km |
| Diabaghia | South | 1.84 km |
| Satbhaya | North | 1.94 km |
| Mahilalpur | South | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uania
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Uania. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Uania is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Uania is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uania
Where is Uania located?
Uania village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uania?
The Gram Panchayat of Uania is Nafri.
What is the pincode of Uania?
The pincode of Uania is 757032.
What is the population of Uania?
Uania has a total population of 681, including 349 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Uania?
There are 177 households in Uania.
What is the literacy rate in Uania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uania is 73.27%. Male literacy is 78.80% and female literacy is 67.47%.