Uparbahal - Banei, Sundargarh
Uparbahal is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 176 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kendrikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparbahal is 385142. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 770038 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Uparbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uparbahal
As per Census 2011, Uparbahal village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 82 males and 84 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uparbahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Uparbahal
Uparbahal 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 Uparbahal
Uparbahal 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Uparbahal is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Uparbahal is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uparbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uparbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparbahal 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 Uparbahal
Where is Uparbahal located?
Uparbahal village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparbahal is Kendrikela.
What is the pincode of Uparbahal?
The pincode of Uparbahal is 770038.
What is the population of Uparbahal?
Uparbahal has a total population of 166, including 82 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Uparbahal?
There are 47 households in Uparbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Uparbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparbahal is 69.28%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 63.10%.