Udri - Dhauntari, Uttarkashi
Udri is a village situated in the Dhauntari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Dunda and around 50 km from Uttarkashi. Udri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udri is 040582. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.64 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Udri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udri
According to the 2011 Census, Udri village had a total population of 1,086 people, including 518 males and 568 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.72%, with male literacy at 94.89% and female literacy at 50.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 1,086 | 518 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 68 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 427 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 91 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Udri
Udri 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 Udri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Udri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Uttarkashi to Udri is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udri 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 Udri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udri 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 Udri
Where is Udri located?
Udri village is located in Dhauntari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udri?
Udri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udri?
The pincode of Udri is 249165.
What is the population of Udri?
Udri had a total population of 1,086, including 518 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Udri?
Udri had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udri was 71.72%. Male literacy was 94.89% and female literacy was 50.31%.