Ulkiya - Sitapur, Surguja
Ulkiya is a village situated in the Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitapur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Ulkiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulkiya is 433436. The village covers a total geographical area of 952.26 hectares and falls under the 497111 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ulkiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ulkiya
As per Census 2011, Ulkiya village has a total population of 2,354 people, consisting of 1,144 males and 1,210 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,131 literate and 1,223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,884 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ulkiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,354 | 1,144 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 172 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 118 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,884 | 916 | 968 |
| Literate Population | 1,131 | 633 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,223 | 511 | 712 |
Nearby Villages of Ulkiya
Ulkiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardisand | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Belgaon | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Guturma | West | 3.59 km |
| Jamjunwani | South | 4.05 km |
| Jamjhariya | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Baneya | North | 4.56 km |
| Tendudand | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Lichirma | West | 4.88 km |
| Radhapur | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Silipakhana | South-East | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ulkiya
Ulkiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Sitapur to Ulkiya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Ulkiya is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulkiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulkiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ulkiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulkiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ulkiya
Where is Ulkiya located?
Ulkiya village is located in Sitapur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulkiya?
Ulkiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ulkiya?
The pincode of Ulkiya is 497111.
What is the population of Ulkiya?
Ulkiya has a total population of 2,354, including 1,144 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Ulkiya?
There are 478 households in Ulkiya.
What is the literacy rate in Ulkiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulkiya is 48.05%. Male literacy is 55.33% and female literacy is 41.16%.