Ulkhar

Ulkhar is a village located in Sarangarh tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Sarangarh (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Ulkhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Ulkhar has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ulkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ulkhar is 435346. The village spans a total geographical area of 643.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Sarangarh is nearest town to Ulkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ulkhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ulkhar

Below is a concise population overview of Ulkhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,899 1,461 1,438
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 369 200 169
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,110 559 551
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,804 1,060 744
Illiterate Population 1,095 401 694

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ulkhar village:

  • The total population of Ulkhar village is around 2,899, including approximately 1,461 males and 1,438 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 369 children aged 0–6 years in Ulkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ulkhar village has 1,110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ulkhar village is about 62.23%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 51.74%.
  • There are around 691 households in Ulkhar village.

Connectivity of Ulkhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ulkhar. As per the 2011 stats, Ulkhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ulkhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Ulkhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ulkhar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ulkhar

Where is Ulkhar located?
Ulkhar village is situated in Sarangarh Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulkhar?
Ulkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ulkhar?
The pincode of Ulkhar is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ulkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ulkhar is 2,899, with 1,461 males and 1,438 females.
How many households are there in Ulkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ulkhar village has a total of 691 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ulkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ulkhar is 62.23%. The male literacy rate is 72.55%, while the female literacy rate is 51.74%.