Ujlam - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Ujlam is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Ujalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ujlam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujlam is 599798. The village covers a total geographical area of 3149.46 hectares and falls under the 585419 pincode. Umarga (maharashtra) is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ujlam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujlam
As per Census 2011, Ujlam village has a total population of 6,402 people, consisting of 3,206 males and 3,196 females. The village has 1,263 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 936 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,523 literate and 2,879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujlam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,402 | 3,206 | 3,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 936 | 472 | 464 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 210 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,172 | 1,598 | 1,574 |
| Literate Population | 3,523 | 2,060 | 1,463 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,879 | 1,146 | 1,733 |
Nearby Villages of Ujlam
Ujlam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ekamba | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Bhaknal | South | 3.76 km |
| Mannalli | North | 3.84 km |
| Handriyal (raj) | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Dhamuri | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Wadderga | East | 5.11 km |
| Siruri | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Hippargarao | North | 5.32 km |
| Chikotta(b) | South | 5.37 km |
| Gadlegaon (k) | South-West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujlam
Ujlam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hunsihadgil, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 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 Umarga (maharashtra) to Ujlam is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Ujlam is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujlam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujlam 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 Ujlam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujlam 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 Ujlam
Where is Ujlam located?
Ujlam village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujlam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ujlam is Ujalam.
What is the pincode of Ujlam?
The pincode of Ujlam is 585419.
What is the population of Ujlam?
Ujlam has a total population of 6,402, including 3,206 males and 3,196 females.
How many households are there in Ujlam?
There are 1,263 households in Ujlam.
What is the literacy rate in Ujlam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujlam is 55.03%. Male literacy is 64.25% and female literacy is 45.78%.