Uperbeda - Kusumi, Mayurbhanj
Uperbeda is a village situated in the Kusumi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Rairangpur and around 105 km from Baripada. Uparbeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uperbeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uperbeda is 388242. The village covers a total geographical area of 841 hectares and falls under the 757050 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Uperbeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uperbeda
As per Census 2011, Uperbeda village has a total population of 2,314 people, consisting of 1,141 males and 1,173 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,338 literate and 976 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,282 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uperbeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,314 | 1,141 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 149 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,282 | 623 | 659 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 783 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 976 | 358 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Uperbeda
Uperbeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Edelbeda | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Dubulabeda | West | 2.47 km |
| Tentoposi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Chahalapada | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Rangamatia | East | 2.92 km |
| Chandikhaman | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Sunamara | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Hill No-1 | North | 3.56 km |
| Duva | South | 4.16 km |
| Bhalupahadi | South-East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uperbeda
Public transport in the Uperbeda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rairangpur to Uperbeda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Uperbeda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uperbeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uperbeda 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 Uperbeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uperbeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uperbeda
Where is Uperbeda located?
Uperbeda village is located in Kusumi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uperbeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Uperbeda is Uparbeda.
What is the pincode of Uperbeda?
The pincode of Uperbeda is 757050.
What is the population of Uperbeda?
Uperbeda has a total population of 2,314, including 1,141 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Uperbeda?
There are 500 households in Uperbeda.
What is the literacy rate in Uperbeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uperbeda is 57.82%. Male literacy is 68.62% and female literacy is 47.31%.