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
As per Census 2011, Urlajodi village has a total population of 594 people, consisting of 244 males and 350 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,434 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 515 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urlajodi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 594, including 244 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Urlajodi?
There are 137 households in Urlajodi.
What is the literacy rate in Urlajodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urlajodi is 31.82%. Male literacy is 37.30% and female literacy is 28.00%.