Uparadheska - Kashipur, Rayagada
Uparadheska is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Tikiri and around 55 km from Rayagada . Tikiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparadheska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparadheska is 426066. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Uparadheska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uparadheska
As per Census 2011, Uparadheska village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 176 males and 186 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uparadheska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 176 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 138 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 83 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 93 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Uparadheska
Uparadheska 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 Uparadheska
Public transport in the Uparadheska is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Uparadheska.
| 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 Uparadheska is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Uparadheska 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 Uparadheska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparadheska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uparadheska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparadheska 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 Uparadheska
Where is Uparadheska located?
Uparadheska village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparadheska?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparadheska is Tikiri.
What is the pincode of Uparadheska?
The pincode of Uparadheska is 765015.
What is the population of Uparadheska?
Uparadheska has a total population of 362, including 176 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Uparadheska?
There are 82 households in Uparadheska.
What is the literacy rate in Uparadheska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparadheska is 34.25%. Male literacy is 47.16% and female literacy is 22.04%.