Utalan - Samrala, Ludhiana
Utalan is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Ottalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utalan is 033141. The village covers a total geographical area of 502 hectares and falls under the 141114 pincode. Samrala is the nearest town.
Utalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samrala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utalan
According to the 2011 Census, Utalan village had a total population of 3,348 people, including 1,737 males and 1,611 females, living in 619 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.17%, with male literacy at 84.27% and female literacy at 75.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,204.
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 | 3,348 | 1,737 | 1,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 160 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,204 | 605 | 599 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,426 | 1,329 | 1,097 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 408 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Utalan
Utalan 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 Utalan
Utalan 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 Utalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ludhiana to Utalan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Utalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Utalan
Where is Utalan located?
Utalan village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Utalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Utalan is Ottalan.
What is the pincode of Utalan?
The pincode of Utalan is 141114.
What is the population of Utalan?
Utalan had a total population of 3,348, including 1,737 males and 1,611 females.
How many households are there in Utalan?
Utalan had 619 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utalan was 80.17%. Male literacy was 84.27% and female literacy was 75.71%.