Ujhe - Jaswan, Kangra
Ujhe is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ujhe Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ujhe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujhe is 010662. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.51 hectares and falls under the 177112 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Ujhe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujhe
As per Census 2011, Ujhe village has a total population of 665 people, consisting of 303 males and 362 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujhe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 665 | 303 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 90 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 263 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 40 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Ujhe
Ujhe 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 Ujhe
Ujhe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Ujhe is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujhe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ujhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujhe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ujhe
Where is Ujhe located?
Ujhe village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujhe?
The Gram Panchayat of Ujhe is Ujhe Khas.
What is the pincode of Ujhe?
The pincode of Ujhe is 177112.
What is the population of Ujhe?
Ujhe has a total population of 665, including 303 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Ujhe?
There are 164 households in Ujhe.
What is the literacy rate in Ujhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujhe is 81.95%. Male literacy is 86.80% and female literacy is 77.90%.