Udusu - Bisra, Sundargarh
Udusu is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Udusu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udusu is 384515. The village covers a total geographical area of 672 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Udusu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udusu
As per Census 2011, Udusu village has a total population of 2,071 people, consisting of 1,050 males and 1,021 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,128 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,325 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udusu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,071 | 1,050 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 127 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 65 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,325 | 673 | 652 |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 662 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 388 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Udusu
Udusu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatatoli | South | 1.62 km |
| Bankutola | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Khatangkudar | West | 2.11 km |
| Jamberna | North | 2.41 km |
| Chengjharan | East | 2.44 km |
| Teterkela | West | 2.70 km |
| Khanditatoli | North | 3.10 km |
| Sarubahal | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Masurikudar | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Jodabandha | South | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udusu
Udusu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Link C-cabin, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Udusu is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Udusu is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udusu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udusu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udusu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udusu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udusu
Where is Udusu located?
Udusu village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udusu?
Udusu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udusu?
The pincode of Udusu is 770036.
What is the population of Udusu?
Udusu has a total population of 2,071, including 1,050 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Udusu?
There are 424 households in Udusu.
What is the literacy rate in Udusu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udusu is 54.47%. Male literacy is 63.05% and female literacy is 45.64%.