Uttarpal - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Uttarpal is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bhimtali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttarpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttarpal is 391053. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Uttarpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttarpal
According to the 2011 Census, Uttarpal village had a total population of 16 people, including 9 males and 7 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Uttarpal
Uttarpal 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 Uttarpal
Uttarpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Uttarpal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Uttarpal 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 Uttarpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttarpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Uttarpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttarpal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttarpal
Where is Uttarpal located?
Uttarpal village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttarpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttarpal is Bhimtali.
What is the pincode of Uttarpal?
The pincode of Uttarpal is 757041.
What is the population of Uttarpal?
Uttarpal had a total population of 16, including 9 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Uttarpal?
Uttarpal had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttarpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttarpal was 75.00%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 71.43%.