Ukkhalgaon - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Ukkhalgaon is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from Shrigonda and around 45 km from Ahmadnagar. Ukhkhalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ukkhalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukkhalgaon is 558404. The village covers a total geographical area of 1159.43 hectares and falls under the 413703 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ukkhalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukkhalgaon
As per Census 2011, Ukkhalgaon village has a total population of 1,864 people, consisting of 937 males and 927 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,229 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukkhalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,864 | 937 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 121 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 683 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 254 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Ukkhalgaon
Ukkhalgaon 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 Ukkhalgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ukkhalgaon. Ukkhalgaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Ukkhalgaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Ukkhalgaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukkhalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukkhalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ukkhalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukkhalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ukkhalgaon
Where is Ukkhalgaon located?
Ukkhalgaon village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukkhalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukkhalgaon is Ukhkhalgaon.
What is the pincode of Ukkhalgaon?
The pincode of Ukkhalgaon is 413703.
What is the population of Ukkhalgaon?
Ukkhalgaon has a total population of 1,864, including 937 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Ukkhalgaon?
There are 387 households in Ukkhalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ukkhalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukkhalgaon is 65.93%. Male literacy is 72.89% and female literacy is 58.90%.