Ukal - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Ukal is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Pauri and around 48 km from Pauri. Timalkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ukal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukal is 046416. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.1 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Ukal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ukal
According to the 2011 Census, Ukal village had a total population of 236 people, including 97 males and 139 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,433 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.46%, with male literacy at 85.37% and female literacy at 55.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 236 | 97 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 27 | 68 |
Transport and Connectivity of Ukal
Ukal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Ukal is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ukal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ukal
Where is Ukal located?
Ukal village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ukal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukal is Timalkhal.
What is the pincode of Ukal?
The pincode of Ukal is 246123.
What is the population of Ukal?
Ukal had a total population of 236, including 97 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Ukal?
Ukal had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ukal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukal was 67.46%. Male literacy was 85.37% and female literacy was 55.91%.