Ulurukhuti - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Ulurukhuti is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ulurukhuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulurukhuti is 425115. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ulurukhuti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ulurukhuti
According to the 2011 Census, Ulurukhuti village had a total population of 234 people, including 119 males and 115 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.02%, with male literacy at 49.45% and female literacy at 6.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 45 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 74 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Ulurukhuti
Ulurukhuti 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 Ulurukhuti
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ulurukhuti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gudari to Ulurukhuti is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ulurukhuti is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulurukhuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulurukhuti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ulurukhuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulurukhuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ulurukhuti
Where is Ulurukhuti located?
Ulurukhuti village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulurukhuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ulurukhuti is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Ulurukhuti?
The pincode of Ulurukhuti is 765026.
What is the population of Ulurukhuti?
Ulurukhuti had a total population of 234, including 119 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Ulurukhuti?
Ulurukhuti had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ulurukhuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulurukhuti was 28.02%. Male literacy was 49.45% and female literacy was 6.59%.