Ujiar - Ballia
Ujiar is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ujiar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujiar is 198977. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.62 hectares and falls under the 277501 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ujiar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujiar
As per Census 2011, Ujiar village has a total population of 4,386 people, consisting of 2,339 males and 2,047 females. The village has 645 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 604 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,802 literate and 1,584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujiar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,386 | 2,339 | 2,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 333 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 402 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 114 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 2,802 | 1,689 | 1,113 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 650 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Ujiar
Ujiar 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Latiar | South-West | 0.56 km |
| Kumkum Patti | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Bharouli Gangbarar | East | 1.05 km |
| Chintamanpatti | North | 1.08 km |
| Sugriv Patti | West | 1.59 km |
| Bharouli Khas | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Koreadih | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Jajar Adai | North | 1.70 km |
| Kurmidi | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Baghouna Khurd | North | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujiar
Ujiar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buxar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Ujiar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Ujiar is about 35 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 Ujiar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujiar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ujiar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujiar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ujiar
Where is Ujiar located?
Ujiar village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujiar?
Ujiar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujiar?
The pincode of Ujiar is 277501.
What is the population of Ujiar?
Ujiar has a total population of 4,386, including 2,339 males and 2,047 females.
How many households are there in Ujiar?
There are 645 households in Ujiar.
What is the literacy rate in Ujiar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujiar is 63.89%. Male literacy is 72.21% and female literacy is 54.37%.