Uttardug - Kanda, Bageshwar
Uttardug is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jalmani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttardug village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttardug is 050674. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.91 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Uttardug village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttardug
As per Census 2011, Uttardug village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 66 males and 74 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 42 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttardug are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 66 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 12 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Uttardug
Uttardug 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 Uttardug
Uttardug 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 Uttardug is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttardug
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttardug 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttardug
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttardug village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uttardug
Where is Uttardug located?
Uttardug village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttardug?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttardug is Jalmani.
What is the pincode of Uttardug?
The pincode of Uttardug is 263640.
What is the population of Uttardug?
Uttardug has a total population of 140, including 66 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Uttardug?
There are 29 households in Uttardug.
What is the literacy rate in Uttardug?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttardug is 70.00%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 59.46%.