Ukani_Viram Rai - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Ukani_Viram Rai is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Ukani_Viram Rai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukani_Viram Rai is 207142. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.51 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ukani_Viram Rai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukani_Viram Rai
As per Census 2011, Ukani_Viram Rai village has a total population of 3,024 people, consisting of 1,554 males and 1,470 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 550 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,684 literate and 1,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 867 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukani_Viram Rai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,024 | 1,554 | 1,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 284 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 867 | 454 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 1,684 | 1,039 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,340 | 515 | 825 |
Nearby Villages of Ukani_Viram Rai
Ukani_Viram Rai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhunda Dih | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Dadhauli | South | 1.25 km |
| Derawal | North | 1.31 km |
| Milokpur | East | 1.54 km |
| Raipura | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Dedha Gavan | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Onawal | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Toganpur | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Salampur | West | 2.31 km |
| Dharahara | South-West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ukani_Viram Rai
Ukani_Viram Rai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakaldiha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Ukani_Viram Rai is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Ukani_Viram Rai is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukani_Viram Rai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukani_Viram Rai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ukani_Viram Rai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukani_Viram Rai 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 Ukani_Viram Rai
Where is Ukani_Viram Rai located?
Ukani_Viram Rai village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukani_Viram Rai?
Ukani_Viram Rai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ukani_Viram Rai?
The pincode of Ukani_Viram Rai is 232109.
What is the population of Ukani_Viram Rai?
Ukani_Viram Rai has a total population of 3,024, including 1,554 males and 1,470 females.
How many households are there in Ukani_Viram Rai?
There are 440 households in Ukani_Viram Rai.
What is the literacy rate in Ukani_Viram Rai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukani_Viram Rai is 55.69%. Male literacy is 66.86% and female literacy is 43.88%.