Udarama - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Udarama is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Pamra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udarama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udarama is 384081. The village covers a total geographical area of 553 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Udarama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udarama
As per Census 2011, Udarama village has a total population of 722 people, consisting of 356 males and 366 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 480 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udarama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 356 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 238 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 231 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 125 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Udarama
Udarama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pamra | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Kusumdega | East | 2.80 km |
| Dandjamira | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Jhantalbud | South | 3.38 km |
| Siamal | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Jajpur | South | 3.65 km |
| Katangjharia | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Sahajbahal | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Padampur | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Gargadbahal | South-East | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udarama
Public transport in the Udarama is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Udarama is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Udarama is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udarama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udarama 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udarama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udarama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udarama
Where is Udarama located?
Udarama village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udarama?
The Gram Panchayat of Udarama is Pamra.
What is the pincode of Udarama?
The pincode of Udarama is 770016.
What is the population of Udarama?
Udarama has a total population of 722, including 356 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Udarama?
There are 155 households in Udarama.
What is the literacy rate in Udarama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udarama is 55.68%. Male literacy is 64.89% and female literacy is 46.72%.