Urusakani - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Urusakani is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urusakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urusakani is 425219. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Urusakani 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 Urusakani
As per Census 2011, Urusakani village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 17 males and 17 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urusakani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Urusakani
Urusakani 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 Urusakani
Urusakani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Urusakani.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Urusakani is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Urusakani 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 Urusakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urusakani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urusakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urusakani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urusakani
Where is Urusakani located?
Urusakani village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urusakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Urusakani is Kurli.
What is the pincode of Urusakani?
The pincode of Urusakani is 765019.
What is the population of Urusakani?
Urusakani has a total population of 34, including 17 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Urusakani?
There are 9 households in Urusakani.
What is the literacy rate in Urusakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urusakani is 29.41%. Male literacy is 29.41% and female literacy is 29.41%.