Udavas - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Udavas is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Danta and around 63 km from Palanpur. Jodhsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udavas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udavas is 507921. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.24 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Udavas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udavas
As per Census 2011, Udavas village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 141 males and 145 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udavas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 141 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 141 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 61 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Udavas
Udavas 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 Udavas
Udavas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Palanpur to Udavas is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udavas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udavas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Udavas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udavas 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Udavas
Where is Udavas located?
Udavas village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udavas?
The Gram Panchayat of Udavas is Jodhsar.
What is the pincode of Udavas?
The pincode of Udavas is 385110.
What is the population of Udavas?
Udavas has a total population of 286, including 141 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Udavas?
There are 43 households in Udavas.
What is the literacy rate in Udavas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udavas is 52.10%. Male literacy is 56.74% and female literacy is 47.59%.