Ukhalia - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Ukhalia is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 69.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Akcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ukhalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukhalia is 310397. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.54 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ukhalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ukhalia
As per Census 2011, Ukhalia village has a total population of 3,432 people, consisting of 1,764 males and 1,668 females. The village has 798 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,148 literate and 1,284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,832 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukhalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ukhalia
Ukhalia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Langal Bhanga | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Ghatsa | North | 1.30 km |
| Dharmadanga | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Jotsudam | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Birampur | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Kushmundi | East | 1.90 km |
| Shabdalpur | West | 1.96 km |
| Saraihat Bajedonor | West | 2.04 km |
| Arazi Kasba | East | 2.06 km |
| Jaminipara | North-East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ukhalia
Ukhalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kaliyaganj, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Ukhalia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Ukhalia is about 69.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ukhalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukhalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ukhalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukhalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ukhalia
Where is Ukhalia located?
Ukhalia village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukhalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukhalia is Akcha.
What is the pincode of Ukhalia?
The pincode of Ukhalia is 733132.
What is the population of Ukhalia?
Ukhalia has a total population of 3,432, including 1,764 males and 1,668 females.
How many households are there in Ukhalia?
There are 798 households in Ukhalia.
What is the literacy rate in Ukhalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukhalia is 62.59%. Male literacy is 68.59% and female literacy is 56.24%.