Uttur - Ajra, Kolhapur
Uttur is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Uttur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttur is 567868. The village covers a total geographical area of 1486.76 hectares and falls under the 416220 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Uttur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kagal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttur
As per Census 2011, Uttur village has a total population of 7,828 people, consisting of 3,808 males and 4,020 females. The village has 1,934 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 721 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,608 literate and 2,220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,828 | 3,808 | 4,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 721 | 347 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 257 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 5,608 | 2,994 | 2,614 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,220 | 814 | 1,406 |
Nearby Villages of Uttur
Uttur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mumewadi | East | 2.13 km |
| Chavhanwadi | West | 2.64 km |
| Pendharwadi | South | 2.76 km |
| Dhamane | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Jakhewadi | East | 2.97 km |
| Belewadi Hubbalagi | West | 4.06 km |
| Ardal | South | 4.19 km |
| Kadgaon | East | 4.27 km |
| Madyal | North | 4.59 km |
| Honyali | South-West | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttur
Uttur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachhapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadhinglaj to Uttur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Uttur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttur
Where is Uttur located?
Uttur village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttur?
Uttur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uttur?
The pincode of Uttur is 416220.
What is the population of Uttur?
Uttur has a total population of 7,828, including 3,808 males and 4,020 females.
How many households are there in Uttur?
There are 1,934 households in Uttur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttur is 71.64%. Male literacy is 78.62% and female literacy is 65.02%.