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
According to the 2011 Census, Uparbahal village had a total population of 166 people, including 82 males and 84 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 75.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 166, including 82 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Uparbahal?
Uparbahal had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uparbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparbahal was 82.14%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 75.71%.