Uhanga - Nimapada, Puri
Uhanga is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uhanga is 408970. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Uhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Uhanga village had a total population of 527 people, including 274 males and 253 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.54%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 72.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 527 | 274 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 108 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 207 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 67 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Uhanga
Uhanga 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 Uhanga
Uhanga 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 5-10 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 Nimapada to Uhanga is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Uhanga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uhanga 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uhanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uhanga
Where is Uhanga located?
Uhanga village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Uhanga is Dhaleswar.
What is the pincode of Uhanga?
The pincode of Uhanga is 752114.
What is the population of Uhanga?
Uhanga had a total population of 527, including 274 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Uhanga?
Uhanga had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uhanga was 79.54%. Male literacy was 86.25% and female literacy was 72.65%.