Ukta - Dharampur, Valsad
Ukta is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Ukta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukta is 523378. The village covers a total geographical area of 1010 hectares and falls under the 396050 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ukta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ukta
As per Census 2011, Ukta village has a total population of 3,570 people, consisting of 1,808 males and 1,762 females. The village has 638 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 2,343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,557 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,570 | 1,808 | 1,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 282 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,557 | 1,800 | 1,757 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 724 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,343 | 1,084 | 1,259 |
Nearby Villages of Ukta
Ukta 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 Ukta
Ukta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Ukta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Ukta is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukta 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 Ukta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ukta
Where is Ukta located?
Ukta village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukta?
Ukta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ukta?
The pincode of Ukta is 396050.
What is the population of Ukta?
Ukta has a total population of 3,570, including 1,808 males and 1,762 females.
How many households are there in Ukta?
There are 638 households in Ukta.
What is the literacy rate in Ukta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukta is 34.37%. Male literacy is 40.04% and female literacy is 28.55%.