Ujgaon
Ujgaon is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Ujagaon is the gram panchayat of Ujgaon village.
Ujgaon has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ujgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ujgaon is 565789. The village spans a total geographical area of 992.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415804. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Ujgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ujgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Ujgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Ujgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,434 | 638 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 79 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 79 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 455 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 183 | 334 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ujgaon village:
- The total population of Ujgaon village is around 1,434, including approximately 638 males and 796 females, with a sex ratio of 1247 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Ujgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ujgaon village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ujgaon village is about 63.95%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 58.04%.
- There are around 372 households in Ujgaon village.
Connectivity of Ujgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ujgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Ujgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ujgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ujgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ujgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ujgaon
- Where is Ujgaon located?
- Ujgaon village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ujgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ujgaon is Ujagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ujgaon?
- The pincode of Ujgaon is 415804, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ujgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ujgaon is 1,434, with 638 males and 796 females.
- How many households are there in Ujgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ujgaon village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ujgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ujgaon is 63.95%. The male literacy rate is 71.32%, while the female literacy rate is 58.04%.