Uncha Kotda - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Uncha Kotda is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Uncha Kotda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uncha Kotda is 516772. The village covers a total geographical area of 1343.3 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uncha Kotda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uncha Kotda
According to the 2011 Census, Uncha Kotda village had a total population of 9,188 people, including 4,702 males and 4,486 females, living in 1,282 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.72%, with male literacy at 76.55% and female literacy at 42.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 Population | 9,188 | 4,702 | 4,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,602 | 822 | 780 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,530 | 2,970 | 1,560 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,658 | 1,732 | 2,926 |
Nearby Villages of Uncha Kotda
Uncha Kotda 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 Uncha Kotda
Uncha Kotda 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 | 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 Mahuva to Uncha Kotda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Uncha Kotda is about 70 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 Uncha Kotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uncha Kotda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uncha Kotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uncha Kotda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uncha Kotda
Where is Uncha Kotda located?
Uncha Kotda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uncha Kotda?
Uncha Kotda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uncha Kotda?
The pincode of Uncha Kotda is 364130.
What is the population of Uncha Kotda?
Uncha Kotda had a total population of 9,188, including 4,702 males and 4,486 females.
How many households are there in Uncha Kotda?
Uncha Kotda had 1,282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uncha Kotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uncha Kotda was 59.72%. Male literacy was 76.55% and female literacy was 42.09%.