Ucharpi - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Ucharpi is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ucharpi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ucharpi is 508514. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.03 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ucharpi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ucharpi
According to the 2011 Census, Ucharpi village had a total population of 1,279 people, including 691 males and 588 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.10%, with male literacy at 77.40% and female literacy at 51.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166.
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 | 1,279 | 691 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 107 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 90 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 452 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 239 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Ucharpi
Ucharpi 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 Ucharpi
Ucharpi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ucharpi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Ucharpi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ucharpi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ucharpi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ucharpi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ucharpi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ucharpi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ucharpi
Where is Ucharpi located?
Ucharpi village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ucharpi?
Ucharpi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ucharpi?
The pincode of Ucharpi is 385550.
What is the population of Ucharpi?
Ucharpi had a total population of 1,279, including 691 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Ucharpi?
Ucharpi had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ucharpi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ucharpi was 65.10%. Male literacy was 77.40% and female literacy was 51.34%.