Udapgarjang - Gunupur, Rayagada
Udapgarjang is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Puttasing and around 104 km from Rayagada . Kulusingh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udapgarjang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udapgarjang is 427192. The village covers a total geographical area of 1355 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Udapgarjang 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 Udapgarjang
According to the 2011 Census, Udapgarjang village had a total population of 618 people, including 313 males and 305 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.57%, with male literacy at 25.58% and female literacy at 17.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 603.
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 | 618 | 313 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 603 | 308 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 247 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Udapgarjang
Udapgarjang is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanamunisingi | South | 1.23 km |
| Gade | North | 1.42 km |
| Kudinguda | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Baijhal | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Kinthuda | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Tada | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Denginigarjang | East | 3.33 km |
| Bebe | South | 3.77 km |
| Gailunga | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Udasingi | South-West | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udapgarjang
Udapgarjang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bansadhara Halt, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.5 km.
| 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 Gunupur to Udapgarjang is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Udapgarjang is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udapgarjang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udapgarjang 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 Udapgarjang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udapgarjang 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Udapgarjang
Where is Udapgarjang located?
Udapgarjang village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udapgarjang?
The Gram Panchayat of Udapgarjang is Kulusingh.
What is the pincode of Udapgarjang?
The pincode of Udapgarjang is 765022.
What is the population of Udapgarjang?
Udapgarjang had a total population of 618, including 313 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Udapgarjang?
Udapgarjang had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udapgarjang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udapgarjang was 21.57%. Male literacy was 25.58% and female literacy was 17.46%.