Ugaragol - Savadatti, Belagavi
Ugaragol is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Parasgad and around 105 km from Belgaum. Ugaragol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugaragol is 598249. The village covers a total geographical area of 3138.4 hectares and falls under the 591173 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ugaragol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ugaragol
As per Census 2011, Ugaragol village has a total population of 8,363 people, consisting of 4,107 males and 4,256 females. The village has 1,744 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,089 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,945 literate and 3,418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 490 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ugaragol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,363 | 4,107 | 4,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,089 | 560 | 529 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,288 | 611 | 677 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 232 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 4,945 | 2,804 | 2,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,418 | 1,303 | 2,115 |
Nearby Villages of Ugaragol
Ugaragol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Betasur | West | 3.04 km |
| Hirekumbi | East | 3.19 km |
| Dhaderkoppa | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Dugabal | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Yadravi | West | 5.71 km |
| Renukanagar | North-West | 5.83 km |
| Harlapur | North | 5.86 km |
| Chikkumbi | North-East | 6.12 km |
| Kuravinakoppa | North | 7.63 km |
| Hanashi | South-East | 8.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ugaragol
Ugaragol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amargol, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| 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 Soundatti to Ugaragol is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Ugaragol is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ugaragol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugaragol 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 Ugaragol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugaragol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ugaragol
Where is Ugaragol located?
Ugaragol village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ugaragol?
Ugaragol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ugaragol?
The pincode of Ugaragol is 591173.
What is the population of Ugaragol?
Ugaragol has a total population of 8,363, including 4,107 males and 4,256 females.
How many households are there in Ugaragol?
There are 1,744 households in Ugaragol.
What is the literacy rate in Ugaragol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugaragol is 59.13%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 50.31%.