Ukirde - Man, Satara
Ukirde is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Ukirde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukirde is 563417. The village covers a total geographical area of 764.64 hectares and falls under the 415023 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ukirde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukirde
According to the 2011 Census, Ukirde village had a total population of 535 people, including 238 males and 297 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,248 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.43%, with male literacy at 90.73% and female literacy at 83.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 535 | 238 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 186 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 52 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Ukirde
Ukirde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Swarupkhanwadi | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Divadi (mahimangad) | West | 2.94 km |
| Mahimangad | North | 3.74 km |
| Shindi Bk. | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Pedgaon | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Pingali Bk | East | 4.81 km |
| Pandharwadi (mahimangad) | West | 4.83 km |
| Kolewadi | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Mandave | South-East | 4.88 km |
| Kasarwadi | North | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ukirde
Ukirde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.5 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 Mhaswad to Ukirde is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Ukirde is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukirde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukirde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ukirde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukirde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ukirde
Where is Ukirde located?
Ukirde village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ukirde?
Ukirde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ukirde?
The pincode of Ukirde is 415023.
What is the population of Ukirde?
Ukirde had a total population of 535, including 238 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Ukirde?
Ukirde had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ukirde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukirde was 86.43%. Male literacy was 90.73% and female literacy was 83.21%.