Ujjani Kalan - Gonda
Ujjani Kalan is a village situated in the Gonda tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Gonda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ujjani Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujjani Kalan is 174731. The village covers a total geographical area of 1833.3 hectares and falls under the 271001 pincode.
Ujjani Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehnaun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujjani Kalan
As per Census 2011, Ujjani Kalan village has a total population of 15,861 people, consisting of 8,255 males and 7,606 females. The village has 2,429 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,744 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,384 literate and 9,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,618 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujjani Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,861 | 8,255 | 7,606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,744 | 1,398 | 1,346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,618 | 858 | 760 |
| Literate Population | 6,384 | 4,038 | 2,346 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,477 | 4,217 | 5,260 |
Nearby Villages of Ujjani Kalan
Ujjani Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhaya Fareed Khan | South | 2.45 km |
| Bhairawa | East | 2.46 km |
| Indra Para | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Bankati Arjun Singh | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Udaipur | East | 3.45 km |
| Deoraha | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Kushmaura | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Kera Deeh | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Duttnagar | West | 3.77 km |
| Rajapur Retwagara | North-East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujjani Kalan
Ujjani Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhilahi, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Ujjani Kalan is about 36 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 Ujjani Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujjani Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ujjani Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujjani Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ujjani Kalan
Where is Ujjani Kalan located?
Ujjani Kalan village is located in Gonda Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujjani Kalan?
Ujjani Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujjani Kalan?
The pincode of Ujjani Kalan is 271001.
What is the population of Ujjani Kalan?
Ujjani Kalan has a total population of 15,861, including 8,255 males and 7,606 females.
How many households are there in Ujjani Kalan?
There are 2,429 households in Ujjani Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Ujjani Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujjani Kalan is 40.25%. Male literacy is 48.92% and female literacy is 30.84%.