Ulana - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Ulana is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Devprayag and around 113 km from New Tehri. Ulana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulana is 043359. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.2 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Ulana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ulana
As per Census 2011, Ulana village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 220 males and 271 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,231 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ulana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 220 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 176 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 44 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Ulana
Ulana 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 Ulana
Public transport in the Ulana is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Srinagar to Ulana is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ulana is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ulana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulana 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 Ulana
Where is Ulana located?
Ulana village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulana?
Ulana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ulana?
The pincode of Ulana is 249161.
What is the population of Ulana?
Ulana has a total population of 491, including 220 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Ulana?
There are 124 households in Ulana.
What is the literacy rate in Ulana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulana is 68.84%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 59.78%.