Uchera - Begamganj, Raisen
Uchera is a village situated in the Begamganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Begamganj and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Pandajhir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uchera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchera is 484095. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.9 hectares and falls under the 464881 pincode. Begamganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Uchera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Silwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uchera
As per Census 2011, Uchera village has a total population of 24 people, consisting of 19 males and 5 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 263 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uchera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 19 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 15 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Uchera
Uchera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hapsili | North | 1.59 km |
| Padajhir | South | 1.76 km |
| Salaiya | West | 2.47 km |
| Parsora | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Panari | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Beerpur | East | 3.52 km |
| Koluwa | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Madiya Niwari | North | 3.87 km |
| Nain Bilas | South | 4.39 km |
| Devlapur | North-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uchera
Uchera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nariaoli, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Begamganj to Uchera is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Uchera is about 87 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 Uchera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uchera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uchera
Where is Uchera located?
Uchera village is located in Begamganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uchera?
The Gram Panchayat of Uchera is Pandajhir.
What is the pincode of Uchera?
The pincode of Uchera is 464881.
What is the population of Uchera?
Uchera has a total population of 24, including 19 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Uchera?
There are 7 households in Uchera.
What is the literacy rate in Uchera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchera is 20.83%. Male literacy is 21.05% and female literacy is 20.00%.