Urlajodi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Urlajodi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Jhigidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urlajodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urlajodi is 425320. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Urlajodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urlajodi
According to the 2011 Census, Urlajodi village had a total population of 594 people, including 244 males and 350 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,434 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.43%, with male literacy at 47.15% and female literacy at 31.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 515.
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 | 594 | 244 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 28 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 213 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 153 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Urlajodi
Urlajodi 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 Urlajodi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Urlajodi. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Urlajodi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Urlajodi is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Urlajodi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urlajodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urlajodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urlajodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urlajodi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Urlajodi
Where is Urlajodi located?
Urlajodi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urlajodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Urlajodi is Jhigidi.
What is the pincode of Urlajodi?
The pincode of Urlajodi is 765019.
What is the population of Urlajodi?
Urlajodi had a total population of 594, including 244 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Urlajodi?
Urlajodi had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urlajodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urlajodi was 37.43%. Male literacy was 47.15% and female literacy was 31.41%.