Utavali - Vikramgad, Palghar
Utavali is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Vikramgad and around 32 km from Thane. Utavali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utavali is 551835. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Utavali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utavali
According to the 2011 Census, Utavali village had a total population of 717 people, including 332 males and 385 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.77%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 64.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 693.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 332 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 693 | 321 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 240 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 92 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Utavali
Utavali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Utavali
Utavali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Utavali is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Utavali is about 32 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 Utavali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utavali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Utavali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utavali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Utavali
Where is Utavali located?
Utavali village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Utavali?
Utavali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Utavali?
The pincode of Utavali is 421303.
What is the population of Utavali?
Utavali had a total population of 717, including 332 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Utavali?
Utavali had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utavali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utavali was 72.77%. Male literacy was 82.19% and female literacy was 64.58%.