Ulandajharan - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Ulandajharan is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ulandajharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulandajharan is 384966. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ulandajharan 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 Ulandajharan
According to the 2011 Census, Ulandajharan village had a total population of 82 people, including 35 males and 47 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,343 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.06%, with male literacy at 58.06% and female literacy at 31.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 17 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Ulandajharan
Ulandajharan 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 Ulandajharan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ulandajharan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kochinda to Ulandajharan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ulandajharan is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulandajharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulandajharan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ulandajharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulandajharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ulandajharan
Where is Ulandajharan located?
Ulandajharan village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulandajharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ulandajharan is Sole.
What is the pincode of Ulandajharan?
The pincode of Ulandajharan is 768228.
What is the population of Ulandajharan?
Ulandajharan had a total population of 82, including 35 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Ulandajharan?
Ulandajharan had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ulandajharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulandajharan was 43.06%. Male literacy was 58.06% and female literacy was 31.71%.