Ujani - Ausa, Latur
Ujani is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Ujani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujani is 560693. The village covers a total geographical area of 2703.99 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ujani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujani
As per Census 2011, Ujani village has a total population of 7,219 people, consisting of 3,701 males and 3,518 females. The village has 1,453 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 897 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,828 literate and 2,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,219 | 3,701 | 3,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 897 | 477 | 420 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,475 | 756 | 719 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 4,828 | 2,725 | 2,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,391 | 976 | 1,415 |
Nearby Villages of Ujani
Ujani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakaspur | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Kamalpur | South | 3.94 km |
| Yekambi Laman Tanda | North | 4.00 km |
| Bhandari | West | 4.72 km |
| Dhutta | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Masurdi | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Yekambi | North | 5.84 km |
| Ashiv | South-East | 5.95 km |
| Chincholi Kajale | East | 5.98 km |
| Arni | South-West | 6.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujani
Ujani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Palsap, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 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 Ausa to Ujani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Ujani 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 Ujani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujani 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 Ujani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ujani
Where is Ujani located?
Ujani village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujani?
Ujani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujani?
The pincode of Ujani is 413520.
What is the population of Ujani?
Ujani has a total population of 7,219, including 3,701 males and 3,518 females.
How many households are there in Ujani?
There are 1,453 households in Ujani.
What is the literacy rate in Ujani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujani is 66.88%. Male literacy is 73.63% and female literacy is 59.78%.