Ukadgaon - Barshi, Solapur
Ukadgaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ukadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukadgaon is 562035. The village covers a total geographical area of 1799.45 hectares and falls under the 413404 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ukadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukadgaon
As per Census 2011, Ukadgaon village has a total population of 2,464 people, consisting of 1,295 males and 1,169 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,559 literate and 905 illiterate residents. Additionally, 613 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,464 | 1,295 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 178 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 304 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,559 | 920 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 375 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Ukadgaon
Ukadgaon 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 Ukadgaon
Ukadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ukadgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barshi to Ukadgaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ukadgaon is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ukadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ukadgaon
Where is Ukadgaon located?
Ukadgaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukadgaon?
Ukadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ukadgaon?
The pincode of Ukadgaon is 413404.
What is the population of Ukadgaon?
Ukadgaon has a total population of 2,464, including 1,295 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Ukadgaon?
There are 577 households in Ukadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ukadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukadgaon is 63.27%. Male literacy is 71.04% and female literacy is 54.66%.