Ujna - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Ujna is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from Manteswar. Vagramulgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ujna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujna is 319639. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.72 hectares and falls under the 713422 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ujna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujna
As per Census 2011, Ujna village has a total population of 2,946 people, consisting of 1,508 males and 1,438 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,024 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 241 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,946 | 1,508 | 1,438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 147 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 181 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 107 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 2,024 | 1,153 | 871 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 355 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Ujna
Ujna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ripi Chak | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Bheti | East | 1.18 km |
| Sijna | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Tajpur | North | 1.34 km |
| Bhadai | West | 1.60 km |
| Kharampur | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Mulgram | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Kamra | North | 2.17 km |
| Karanda | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Bhagra | East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujna
Ujna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burdwan to Ujna is about 30 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 Ujna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujna 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 Ujna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ujna
Where is Ujna located?
Ujna village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujna?
The Gram Panchayat of Ujna is Vagramulgram.
What is the pincode of Ujna?
The pincode of Ujna is 713422.
What is the population of Ujna?
Ujna has a total population of 2,946, including 1,508 males and 1,438 females.
How many households are there in Ujna?
There are 667 households in Ujna.
What is the literacy rate in Ujna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujna is 68.70%. Male literacy is 76.46% and female literacy is 60.57%.