Udila - Colonelganj, Gonda
Udila is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Udila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udila is 174763. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.34 hectares and falls under the 271503 pincode.
Udila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udila
According to the 2011 Census, Udila village had a total population of 1,508 people, including 789 males and 719 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.27%, with male literacy at 60.06% and female literacy at 37.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463.
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 | 1,508 | 789 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 148 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 255 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 385 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 404 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Udila
Udila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanapur | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Chhapar Talla | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Narayanpur Kalan | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Sahariya Kalan | North | 2.05 km |
| Raipur | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Dharampur | East | 2.17 km |
| Bhagahariya Bhagwanpur | South | 2.61 km |
| Pure Niddhi | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Sisaiya | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Madhopur | South | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udila
Udila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bisheshwarganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Udila is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udila 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 Udila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udila
Where is Udila located?
Udila village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udila?
Udila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udila?
The pincode of Udila is 271503.
What is the population of Udila?
Udila had a total population of 1,508, including 789 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Udila?
Udila had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udila was 49.27%. Male literacy was 60.06% and female literacy was 37.48%.