Ukhla Dungri - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Ukhla Dungri is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Ukhla Dungri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukhla Dungri is 509894. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.44 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ukhla Dungri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ukhla Dungri
According to the 2011 Census, Ukhla Dungri village had a total population of 691 people, including 357 males and 334 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.62%, with male literacy at 81.42% and female literacy at 48.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 550.
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 | 691 | 357 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 283 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 241 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 116 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Ukhla Dungri
Ukhla Dungri 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 Ukhla Dungri
Public transport in the Ukhla Dungri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Ukhla Dungri is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Ukhla Dungri is about 62 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 Ukhla Dungri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukhla Dungri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ukhla Dungri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukhla Dungri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ukhla Dungri
Where is Ukhla Dungri located?
Ukhla Dungri village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ukhla Dungri?
Ukhla Dungri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ukhla Dungri?
The pincode of Ukhla Dungri is 383460.
What is the population of Ukhla Dungri?
Ukhla Dungri had a total population of 691, including 357 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Ukhla Dungri?
Ukhla Dungri had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ukhla Dungri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukhla Dungri was 65.62%. Male literacy was 81.42% and female literacy was 48.74%.