Urlukona - Gudari, Rayagada
Urlukona is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urlukona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urlukona is 426938. The village covers a total geographical area of 1044 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Urlukona 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 Urlukona
As per Census 2011, Urlukona village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 167 males and 168 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urlukona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 167 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 165 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 74 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 93 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Urlukona
Urlukona 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 Urlukona
Urlukona 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Urlukona is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Urlukona is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urlukona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urlukona 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Urlukona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urlukona 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 Urlukona
Where is Urlukona located?
Urlukona village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urlukona?
The Gram Panchayat of Urlukona is Khariguda.
What is the pincode of Urlukona?
The pincode of Urlukona is 765026.
What is the population of Urlukona?
Urlukona has a total population of 335, including 167 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Urlukona?
There are 81 households in Urlukona.
What is the literacy rate in Urlukona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urlukona is 32.54%. Male literacy is 44.31% and female literacy is 20.83%.