Uliya - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Uliya is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 37 km from Pakhanjur and around 154 km from Kanker. Uliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uliya is 448398. The village covers a total geographical area of 851.38 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Uliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uliya
According to the 2011 Census, Uliya village had a total population of 598 people, including 300 males and 298 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.23%, with male literacy at 66.25% and female literacy at 48.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
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 | 598 | 300 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 220 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 159 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 141 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Uliya
Uliya 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 Uliya
Uliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Uliya is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Uliya is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uliya 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 Uliya
Where is Uliya located?
Uliya village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uliya?
Uliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uliya?
The pincode of Uliya is 494777.
What is the population of Uliya?
Uliya had a total population of 598, including 300 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Uliya?
Uliya had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uliya was 57.23%. Male literacy was 66.25% and female literacy was 48.61%.