Utka - Ausa, Latur
Utka is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Utaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utka is 560670. The village covers a total geographical area of 1085.09 hectares and falls under the 413516 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Utka 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 Utka
As per Census 2011, Utka village has a total population of 2,401 people, consisting of 1,226 males and 1,175 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,688 literate and 713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,401 | 1,226 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 155 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 169 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,688 | 941 | 747 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 285 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Utka
Utka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dautpur | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Lamjana | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Gadhawewadi | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Chalburga | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Jawli | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Tapsechincholi | South-West | 4.80 km |
| Rajewadi | South-East | 4.92 km |
| Gotewadi | South | 5.18 km |
| Fattepur | North-West | 5.53 km |
| Nagarsoga | North-West | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Utka
Utka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Utka is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Utka is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utka 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 Utka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Utka
Where is Utka located?
Utka village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utka?
The Gram Panchayat of Utka is Utaka.
What is the pincode of Utka?
The pincode of Utka is 413516.
What is the population of Utka?
Utka has a total population of 2,401, including 1,226 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Utka?
There are 500 households in Utka.
What is the literacy rate in Utka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utka is 70.30%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 63.57%.