Ulidi - Purulia - I, Purulia

Ulidi is a village situated in the Purulia - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.8 km from Purulia and around 20.7 km from Purulia. Manara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ulidi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulidi is 331026. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.26 hectares and falls under the 723143 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.

Ulidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purulia Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Ulidi

According to the 2011 Census, Ulidi village had a total population of 427 people, including 222 males and 205 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.22%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 37.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 403.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Category Total Male Female
Total Population427222205
Child Population (0–6 yrs)633330
Scheduled Castes (SC)000
Scheduled Tribes (ST)403207196
Literate Population20113566
Illiterate Population22687139

Nearby Villages of Ulidi

Ulidi 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
AkarbadEast1.22 km
MajuraNorth-West1.57 km
KeshargaryaNorth-East1.73 km
SalghatiWest1.96 km
BadaldihSouth-East2.25 km
SalikakumardaNorth2.39 km
PuryaraSouth2.50 km
GabhurraSouth-West2.61 km
SorishabahalWest2.67 km
Palanja Alias MisirdiNorth2.72 km

Transport and Connectivity of Ulidi

Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ulidi. The nearest railway station is Tamna, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Railway StationNoAvailable within >10 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Ulidi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Ulidi is about 20.7 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 Ulidi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulidi village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 5-10 km
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 5-10 km

Health Facilities in Ulidi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulidi village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km

FAQs about Ulidi

Where is Ulidi located?

Ulidi village is located in Purulia - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Ulidi?

The Gram Panchayat of Ulidi is Manara.

What is the pincode of Ulidi?

The pincode of Ulidi is 723143.

What is the population of Ulidi?

Ulidi had a total population of 427, including 222 males and 205 females.

How many households are there in Ulidi?

Ulidi had 78 households.

What is the literacy rate in Ulidi?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulidi was 55.22%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 37.71%.