Ugla - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Ugla is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from Una and around 140 km from Junagadh. Ugla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugla is 515274. The village covers a total geographical area of 692.89 hectares and falls under the 362565 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ugla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ugla
According to the 2011 Census, Ugla village had a total population of 2,514 people, including 1,265 males and 1,249 females, living in 437 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 79.63% and female literacy at 51.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 2,514 | 1,265 | 1,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 175 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,426 | 868 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,088 | 397 | 691 |
Nearby Villages of Ugla
Ugla 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 Ugla
Ugla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ugla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Ugla is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ugla is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ugla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ugla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ugla
Where is Ugla located?
Ugla village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ugla?
Ugla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ugla?
The pincode of Ugla is 362565.
What is the population of Ugla?
Ugla had a total population of 2,514, including 1,265 males and 1,249 females.
How many households are there in Ugla?
Ugla had 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ugla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugla was 65.59%. Male literacy was 79.63% and female literacy was 51.48%.