Ukssi - Payal, Ludhiana
Ukssi is a village situated in the Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Payal and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Uksi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ukssi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukssi is 033279. The village covers a total geographical area of 322 hectares and falls under the 141119 pincode. Maloud is the nearest town.
Ukssi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ukssi
According to the 2011 Census, Ukssi village had a total population of 1,420 people, including 751 males and 669 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.25%, with male literacy at 79.05% and female literacy at 66.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 841.
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 | 1,420 | 751 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 841 | 443 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 931 | 532 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 219 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Ukssi
Ukssi 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 Ukssi
Ukssi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Ukssi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukssi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukssi 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ukssi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukssi 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 Ukssi
Where is Ukssi located?
Ukssi village is located in Payal Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ukssi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukssi is Uksi.
What is the pincode of Ukssi?
The pincode of Ukssi is 141119.
What is the population of Ukssi?
Ukssi had a total population of 1,420, including 751 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Ukssi?
Ukssi had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ukssi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukssi was 73.25%. Male literacy was 79.05% and female literacy was 66.72%.