Ukawad - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Ukawad is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Ukavad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ukawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukawad is 499492. The village covers a total geographical area of 1049.64 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Ukawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukawad
As per Census 2011, Ukawad village has a total population of 2,821 people, consisting of 1,469 males and 1,352 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,436 literate and 1,385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,821 | 1,469 | 1,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 260 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 241 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 51 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 877 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,385 | 592 | 793 |
Nearby Villages of Ukawad
Ukawad 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 Ukawad
Ukawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Biaora to Ukawad is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Ukawad is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ukawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ukawad
Where is Ukawad located?
Ukawad village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukawad is Ukavad.
What is the pincode of Ukawad?
The pincode of Ukawad is 473287.
What is the population of Ukawad?
Ukawad has a total population of 2,821, including 1,469 males and 1,352 females.
How many households are there in Ukawad?
There are 583 households in Ukawad.
What is the literacy rate in Ukawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukawad is 50.90%. Male literacy is 59.70% and female literacy is 41.35%.