Ukhalia
Ukhalia is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 69.8km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Akcha is the gram panchayat of Ukhalia village.
Here you can discover what makes Ukhalia unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Ukhalia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ukhalia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ukhalia is 310397. The village spans a total geographical area of 267.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliagong is nearest town to Ukhalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Ukhalia
Population of Ukhalia
According to the 2011 Census, Ukhalia has a total population of about 3,432, with approximately 1,764 males and 1,668 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 382 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,832 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 97. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.59%, with male literacy at about 68.59% and female literacy near 56.24%. There are around 798 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ukhalia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,432 | 1,764 | 1,668 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 197 | 185 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,832 | 972 | 860 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
Literate Population | 2,148 | 1,210 | 938 |
Illiterate Population | 1,284 | 554 | 730 |
Connectivity of Ukhalia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ukhalia. As per the 2011 stats, Ukhalia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ukhalia
Knowing the nearby villages of Ukhalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ukhalia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ukhalia
- Where is Ukhalia located?
- Ukhalia village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ukhalia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ukhalia is Akcha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ukhalia?
- The pincode of Ukhalia is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ukhalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ukhalia is 3,432, with 1,764 males and 1,668 females.
- How many households are there in Ukhalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ukhalia village has a total of 798 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ukhalia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ukhalia is 62.59%. The male literacy rate is 68.59%, while the female literacy rate is 56.24%.