Uttarba - Gadraroad, Barmer
Uttarba is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 100 km from Sheo and around 100 km from Barmer. Pannela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttarba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttarba is 086694. The village covers a total geographical area of 1424.79 hectares and falls under the 344501 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Uttarba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttarba
According to the 2011 Census, Uttarba village had a total population of 574 people, including 304 males and 270 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.50%, with male literacy at 50.43% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 574 | 304 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 117 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 187 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Uttarba
Uttarba 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 Uttarba
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Uttarba.
| 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 Barmer to Uttarba is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttarba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttarba 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 Uttarba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttarba 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttarba
Where is Uttarba located?
Uttarba village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttarba?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttarba is Pannela.
What is the pincode of Uttarba?
The pincode of Uttarba is 344501.
What is the population of Uttarba?
Uttarba had a total population of 574, including 304 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Uttarba?
Uttarba had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttarba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttarba was 32.50%. Male literacy was 50.43% and female literacy was 12.50%.