Ubhand - Sakri, Dhule
Ubhand is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Ubhand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ubhand is 526312. The village covers a total geographical area of 2556 hectares and falls under the 424306 pincode. Dhule is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ubhand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindkheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ubhand
As per Census 2011, Ubhand village has a total population of 1,419 people, consisting of 715 males and 704 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 625 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ubhand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 715 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 625 | 310 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 430 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 285 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Ubhand
Ubhand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahir | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Malkhede | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Nagpur (v) | North | 3.84 km |
| Ichchapur | South | 4.49 km |
| Vardharne | North-West | 4.83 km |
| Tamaswadi | South-West | 5.27 km |
| Aine | East | 5.32 km |
| Akkalpada | South | 5.68 km |
| Sayyadnagar | South | 5.91 km |
| Gangapur | South-West | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ubhand
Public transport in the Ubhand is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhule, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.7 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 Dhule to Ubhand is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ubhand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ubhand 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ubhand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ubhand 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ubhand
Where is Ubhand located?
Ubhand village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ubhand?
Ubhand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ubhand?
The pincode of Ubhand is 424306.
What is the population of Ubhand?
Ubhand has a total population of 1,419, including 715 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Ubhand?
There are 287 households in Ubhand.
What is the literacy rate in Ubhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ubhand is 51.94%. Male literacy is 60.14% and female literacy is 43.61%.