Ujire - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Ujire is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Ujire village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujire is 617653. The village covers a total geographical area of 2657.35 hectares and falls under the 574240 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ujire village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujire
As per Census 2011, Ujire village has a total population of 13,429 people, consisting of 6,628 males and 6,801 females. The village has 3,039 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,874 literate and 2,555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,072 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,455 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujire are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,429 | 6,628 | 6,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,291 | 650 | 641 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,072 | 525 | 547 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,455 | 717 | 738 |
| Literate Population | 10,874 | 5,572 | 5,302 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,555 | 1,056 | 1,499 |
Nearby Villages of Ujire
Ujire 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamanja | East | 4.06 km |
| Laila | North-West | 5.04 km |
| Nada | North-West | 5.43 km |
| Koyyur | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Kanyady | North | 5.45 km |
| Beltangadi | West | 5.97 km |
| Belalu | South | 6.19 km |
| Mundaje | North-East | 6.20 km |
| Dharmasthala | South-East | 6.25 km |
| Kaliya | South-West | 7.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujire
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ujire. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| 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 Beltangady to Ujire is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Ujire is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujire
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujire village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ujire
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujire village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ujire
Where is Ujire located?
Ujire village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujire?
Ujire is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujire?
The pincode of Ujire is 574240.
What is the population of Ujire?
Ujire has a total population of 13,429, including 6,628 males and 6,801 females.
How many households are there in Ujire?
There are 3,039 households in Ujire.
What is the literacy rate in Ujire?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujire is 80.97%. Male literacy is 84.07% and female literacy is 77.96%.