Uthind - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Uthind is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Uthind village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uthind is 042178. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.44 hectares and falls under the 246419 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Uthind 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uthind
According to the 2011 Census, Uthind village had a total population of 352 people, including 161 males and 191 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,186 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.59%, with male literacy at 94.93% and female literacy at 71.19%.
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 | 352 | 161 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 131 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 30 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Uthind
Uthind is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uthind
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Uthind.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Uthind is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uthind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uthind 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Uthind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uthind 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 Uthind
Where is Uthind located?
Uthind village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uthind?
Uthind is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uthind?
The pincode of Uthind is 246419.
What is the population of Uthind?
Uthind had a total population of 352, including 161 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Uthind?
Uthind had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uthind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uthind was 81.59%. Male literacy was 94.93% and female literacy was 71.19%.