Ujjani - Sinnar, Nashik
Ujjani is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ujjani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujjani is 551179. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043 hectares and falls under the 422104 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ujjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujjani
As per Census 2011, Ujjani village has a total population of 1,549 people, consisting of 762 males and 787 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujjani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 762 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 122 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 41 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 550 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 212 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Ujjani
Ujjani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Mahajanpur | North | 2.57 km |
| Dahiwadi | North | 2.79 km |
| Shrirampur | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Handewadi | East | 3.31 km |
| Pimpalgaon | West | 3.56 km |
| Karwadi | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Sangavi | North | 4.87 km |
| Baktarpur | North | 5.27 km |
| Vadgaon | North | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujjani
Public transport in the Ujjani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kopargaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.2 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 Sinnar to Ujjani is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Ujjani is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujjani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ujjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujjani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ujjani
Where is Ujjani located?
Ujjani village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujjani?
Ujjani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujjani?
The pincode of Ujjani is 422104.
What is the population of Ujjani?
Ujjani has a total population of 1,549, including 762 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Ujjani?
There are 291 households in Ujjani.
What is the literacy rate in Ujjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujjani is 65.33%. Male literacy is 72.18% and female literacy is 58.70%.