Uchiya - Sindhari, Balotra

Uchiya is a village situated in the Sindhari tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 85 km from Gudha Malani and around 96 km from Barmer. Uchiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchiya is 087906. The village covers a total geographical area of 2190 hectares and falls under the 344033 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.

Uchiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siwana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Uchiya

According to the 2011 Census, Uchiya village had a total population of 1,429 people, including 711 males and 718 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.56%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 46.13%.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Uchiya

Uchiya 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Uchiya

Uchiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balotra Jn, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Uchiya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Uchiya is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Uchiya

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchiya village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Uchiya

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchiya village are given below:

FAQs about Uchiya