Uchale - Murbad, Thane
Uchale is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Uchale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchale is 553279. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.29 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Uchale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uchale
As per Census 2011, Uchale village has a total population of 862 people, consisting of 448 males and 414 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uchale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 448 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 62 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 355 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 93 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Uchale
Uchale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talekhal | North | 1.53 km |
| Dehari | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Narivali | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Gorakhagad | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Tulai | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Khopivali | East | 3.06 km |
| Bandhivali | West | 3.15 km |
| Kalambhe | North | 3.18 km |
| Kalambhad (mu) | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Sakurli | South-West | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uchale
Uchale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Uchale is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Uchale is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uchale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uchale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uchale
Where is Uchale located?
Uchale village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uchale?
Uchale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uchale?
The pincode of Uchale is 421401.
What is the population of Uchale?
Uchale has a total population of 862, including 448 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Uchale?
There are 207 households in Uchale.
What is the literacy rate in Uchale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchale is 71.93%. Male literacy is 79.24% and female literacy is 64.01%.