Uchat - Wada, Palghar
Uchat is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from Vada and around 82 km from Thane. Uchat village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchat is 552106. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.41 hectares and falls under the 421312 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Uchat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uchat
According to the 2011 Census, Uchat village had a total population of 475 people, including 250 males and 225 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.95%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 80.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 475 | 250 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 222 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 28 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Uchat
Uchat 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 Uchat
Uchat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhiwandi Nizampur to Uchat is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Uchat is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uchat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchat 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 Uchat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uchat
Where is Uchat located?
Uchat village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Uchat?
Uchat is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uchat?
The pincode of Uchat is 421312.
What is the population of Uchat?
Uchat had a total population of 475, including 250 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Uchat?
Uchat had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uchat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchat was 87.95%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 80.10%.