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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Uchat village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 250 males and 225 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uchat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 250 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Uchat?
Uchat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uchat?
The pincode of Uchat is 421312.
What is the population of Uchat?
Uchat has a total population of 475, including 250 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Uchat?
There are 125 households in Uchat.
What is the literacy rate in Uchat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchat is 81.47%. Male literacy is 88.80% and female literacy is 73.33%.