Ujalvav - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Ujalvav is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ujalvav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujalvav is 516189. The village covers a total geographical area of 673.02 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ujalvav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujalvav
As per Census 2011, Ujalvav village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 469 males and 494 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 572 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujalvav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 469 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 334 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 135 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Ujalvav
Ujalvav 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 Ujalvav
Ujalvav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ujalvav has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Ujalvav is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ujalvav is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujalvav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujalvav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ujalvav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujalvav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ujalvav
Where is Ujalvav located?
Ujalvav village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujalvav?
Ujalvav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujalvav?
The pincode of Ujalvav is 364320.
What is the population of Ujalvav?
Ujalvav has a total population of 963, including 469 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Ujalvav?
There are 233 households in Ujalvav.
What is the literacy rate in Ujalvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujalvav is 59.40%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 48.18%.