Ugala - Barara, Ambala
Ugala is a village situated in the Barara tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Ugala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugala is 057643. The village covers a total geographical area of 1421 hectares and falls under the 133205 pincode. Shahabad is the nearest town.
Ugala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ugala
As per Census 2011, Ugala village has a total population of 7,307 people, consisting of 3,880 males and 3,427 females. The village has 1,333 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 882 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,131 literate and 2,176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ugala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,307 | 3,880 | 3,427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 882 | 519 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,396 | 1,311 | 1,085 |
| Literate Population | 5,131 | 2,907 | 2,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,176 | 973 | 1,203 |
Nearby Villages of Ugala
Ugala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sohata | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Tandwali | North | 3.37 km |
| Kambasi | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Rajo Kheri | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Adhoi | East | 3.97 km |
| Khanpura | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Chahal Majra | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Tandwal | North | 4.56 km |
| Dadupur | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Dahiya Majra | East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ugala
Ugala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tandwal, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Ugala is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ugala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ugala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ugala
Where is Ugala located?
Ugala village is located in Barara Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ugala?
Ugala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ugala?
The pincode of Ugala is 133205.
What is the population of Ugala?
Ugala has a total population of 7,307, including 3,880 males and 3,427 females.
How many households are there in Ugala?
There are 1,333 households in Ugala.
What is the literacy rate in Ugala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugala is 70.22%. Male literacy is 74.92% and female literacy is 64.90%.