Ugamedi - Gadhada, Botad
Ugamedi is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Gadhada and around 95 km from Bhavnagar. Ugamedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugamedi is 516129. The village covers a total geographical area of 1576.6 hectares and falls under the 364765 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ugamedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ugamedi
According to the 2011 Census, Ugamedi village had a total population of 8,477 people, including 4,392 males and 4,085 females, living in 1,593 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.60%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 67.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 8,477 | 4,392 | 4,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,157 | 589 | 568 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 140 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,680 | 3,293 | 2,387 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,797 | 1,099 | 1,698 |
Nearby Villages of Ugamedi
Ugamedi 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 Ugamedi
Ugamedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ugamedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhada to Ugamedi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ugamedi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ugamedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugamedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ugamedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugamedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ugamedi
Where is Ugamedi located?
Ugamedi village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ugamedi?
Ugamedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ugamedi?
The pincode of Ugamedi is 364765.
What is the population of Ugamedi?
Ugamedi had a total population of 8,477, including 4,392 males and 4,085 females.
How many households are there in Ugamedi?
Ugamedi had 1,593 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ugamedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugamedi was 77.60%. Male literacy was 86.59% and female literacy was 67.87%.