Ughaon - Sonhat, Korea
Ughaon is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 48 km from Sonhat and around 78 km from Baikunthpur. Ugyanwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ughaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ughaon is 431516. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.5 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Ughaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ughaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ughaon village had a total population of 500 people, including 273 males and 227 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.95%, with male literacy at 71.88% and female literacy at 44.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 431.
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 | 500 | 273 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 235 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 161 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 112 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Ughaon
Ughaon 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 Ughaon
Ughaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Ughaon 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 Ughaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ughaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ughaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ughaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ughaon
Where is Ughaon located?
Ughaon village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ughaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ughaon is Ugyanwa.
What is the pincode of Ughaon?
The pincode of Ughaon is 497339.
What is the population of Ughaon?
Ughaon had a total population of 500, including 273 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Ughaon?
Ughaon had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ughaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ughaon was 59.95%. Male literacy was 71.88% and female literacy was 44.94%.