Ujal - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Ujal is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 24.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Hili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ujal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujal is 311004. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.94 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ujal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ujal
As per Census 2011, Ujal village has a total population of 1,158 people, consisting of 597 males and 561 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,158 | 597 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 202 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 420 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 177 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Ujal
Ujal 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 Ujal
Ujal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Balurghat to Ujal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Ujal is about 24.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ujal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ujal
Where is Ujal located?
Ujal village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ujal is Hili.
What is the pincode of Ujal?
The pincode of Ujal is 733126.
What is the population of Ujal?
Ujal has a total population of 1,158, including 597 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Ujal?
There are 278 households in Ujal.
What is the literacy rate in Ujal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujal is 64.25%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 57.75%.