Ukali - Digras, Yavatmal
Ukali is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Deurwada P serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ukali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukali is 542681. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ukali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukali
As per Census 2011, Ukali village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 65 males and 61 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Ukali
Ukali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanora Bk. | South | 2.03 km |
| Chincholi Budruk | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Deurwadi U. | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Kalsa | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Deurwada | East | 3.41 km |
| Mallapur | North | 4.08 km |
| Khandapur | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Nimbha | South | 4.57 km |
| Isapur | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Bori | North-West | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ukali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ukali. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Digras to Ukali is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Ukali is about 74 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 Ukali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ukali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukali 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 Ukali
Where is Ukali located?
Ukali village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukali is Deurwada P.
What is the pincode of Ukali?
The pincode of Ukali is 445203.
What is the population of Ukali?
Ukali has a total population of 126, including 65 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Ukali?
There are 26 households in Ukali.
What is the literacy rate in Ukali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukali is 61.11%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 49.18%.