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
As per Census 2011, Ukssi village has a total population of 1,420 people, consisting of 751 males and 669 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 931 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 841 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukssi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,420 | 751 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 841 | 443 | 398 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,420, including 751 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Ukssi?
There are 271 households in Ukssi.
What is the literacy rate in Ukssi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukssi is 65.56%. Male literacy is 70.84% and female literacy is 59.64%.