Udiyar - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Udiyar is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Bageshwar and around 35 km from Bageshwar. Udiyar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udiyar is 050872. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.91 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Udiyar 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 Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udiyar
According to the 2011 Census, Udiyar village had a total population of 561 people, including 273 males and 288 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.84%, with male literacy at 91.56% and female literacy at 67.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 561 | 273 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 206 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 67 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Udiyar
Udiyar 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 Udiyar
Udiyar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Udiyar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udiyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udiyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Udiyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udiyar 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 Udiyar
Where is Udiyar located?
Udiyar village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udiyar?
Udiyar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udiyar?
The pincode of Udiyar is 263634.
What is the population of Udiyar?
Udiyar had a total population of 561, including 273 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Udiyar?
Udiyar had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udiyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udiyar was 78.84%. Male literacy was 91.56% and female literacy was 67.70%.