Ukam - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Ukam is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Ukam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukam is 031219. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Ukam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukam
According to the 2011 Census, Ukam village had a total population of 471 people, including 239 males and 232 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.65%, with male literacy at 86.98% and female literacy at 84.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 471 | 239 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 136 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 187 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 52 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Ukam
Ukam 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 Ukam
Ukam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ukam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Ukam is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ukam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ukam
Where is Ukam located?
Ukam village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ukam?
Ukam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ukam?
The pincode of Ukam is 144532.
What is the population of Ukam?
Ukam had a total population of 471, including 239 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Ukam?
Ukam had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ukam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukam was 85.65%. Male literacy was 86.98% and female literacy was 84.24%.