Ushaballi - Kashipur, Rayagada
Ushaballi is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ushaballi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ushaballi is 425900. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Ushaballi 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 Ushaballi
According to the 2011 Census, Ushaballi village had a total population of 96 people, including 43 males and 53 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,233 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.62%, with male literacy at 38.71% and female literacy at 31.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 31 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Ushaballi
Ushaballi 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 Ushaballi
Public transport in the Ushaballi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Ushaballi is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ushaballi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ushaballi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ushaballi 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 Ushaballi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ushaballi 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 Ushaballi
Where is Ushaballi located?
Ushaballi village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ushaballi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ushaballi is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Ushaballi?
The pincode of Ushaballi is 765015.
What is the population of Ushaballi?
Ushaballi had a total population of 96, including 43 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Ushaballi?
Ushaballi had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ushaballi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ushaballi was 34.62%. Male literacy was 38.71% and female literacy was 31.91%.