Uchvan - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Uchvan is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Devgadbaria and around 50 km from Dohad. Uchavan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uchvan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchvan is 519538. The village covers a total geographical area of 813.55 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Uchvan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uchvan
As per Census 2011, Uchvan village has a total population of 2,928 people, consisting of 1,472 males and 1,456 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,527 literate and 1,401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 680 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uchvan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,928 | 1,472 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 275 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 680 | 348 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 932 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,401 | 540 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Uchvan
Uchvan 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 Uchvan
Public transport in the Uchvan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Uchvan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Uchvan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uchvan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchvan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uchvan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchvan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uchvan
Where is Uchvan located?
Uchvan village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uchvan?
The Gram Panchayat of Uchvan is Uchavan.
What is the pincode of Uchvan?
The pincode of Uchvan is 389380.
What is the population of Uchvan?
Uchvan has a total population of 2,928, including 1,472 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Uchvan?
There are 506 households in Uchvan.
What is the literacy rate in Uchvan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchvan is 52.15%. Male literacy is 63.32% and female literacy is 40.87%.