Ujan Nagar - Silchar, Cachar
Ujan Nagar is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 429 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Borkhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ujan Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujan Nagar is 299165. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.87 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ujan Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borkhola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujan Nagar
As per Census 2011, Ujan Nagar village has a total population of 1,443 people, consisting of 746 males and 697 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 936 literate and 507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujan Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,443 | 746 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 129 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 511 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 235 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Ujan Nagar
Ujan Nagar 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 Ujan Nagar
Public transport in the Ujan Nagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ujan Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Ujan Nagar is about 33 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 Ujan Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujan Nagar 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 Ujan Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujan Nagar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ujan Nagar
Where is Ujan Nagar located?
Ujan Nagar village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujan Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ujan Nagar is Borkhola.
What is the pincode of Ujan Nagar?
The pincode of Ujan Nagar is 788015.
What is the population of Ujan Nagar?
Ujan Nagar has a total population of 1,443, including 746 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Ujan Nagar?
There are 325 households in Ujan Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Ujan Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujan Nagar is 64.86%. Male literacy is 68.50% and female literacy is 60.98%.