Ujayan - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Ujayan is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Ujayan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujayan is 152485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1269.45 hectares and falls under the 284121 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ujayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujayan
As per Census 2011, Ujayan village has a total population of 3,293 people, consisting of 1,778 males and 1,515 females. The village has 641 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,979 literate and 1,314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,078 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujayan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,293 | 1,778 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 247 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,078 | 581 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,979 | 1,242 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,314 | 536 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Ujayan
Ujayan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachchar Garh | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Parichha (ct) | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Bheetri | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Richhaura | North | 2.95 km |
| Baghat | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Itora | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Khurd | North | 3.59 km |
| Barata | West | 3.67 km |
| Behta Palar | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Tor Barata | West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujayan
Ujayan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parichaa Therma, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhansi to Ujayan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Ujayan is about 38 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 Ujayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujayan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ujayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujayan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ujayan
Where is Ujayan located?
Ujayan village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujayan?
Ujayan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujayan?
The pincode of Ujayan is 284121.
What is the population of Ujayan?
Ujayan has a total population of 3,293, including 1,778 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Ujayan?
There are 641 households in Ujayan.
What is the literacy rate in Ujayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujayan is 60.10%. Male literacy is 69.85% and female literacy is 48.65%.