Udhavala - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Udhavala is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Devgadbaria and around 50 km from Dohad. Udhavala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhavala is 519539. The village covers a total geographical area of 1002.28 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Udhavala 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 Udhavala
As per Census 2011, Udhavala village has a total population of 4,998 people, consisting of 2,496 males and 2,502 females. The village has 799 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 842 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,621 literate and 2,377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 612 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udhavala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,998 | 2,496 | 2,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 842 | 438 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 612 | 305 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 2,621 | 1,594 | 1,027 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,377 | 902 | 1,475 |
Nearby Villages of Udhavala
Udhavala 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 Udhavala
Udhavala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Udhavala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Udhavala is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Udhavala 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 Udhavala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhavala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udhavala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhavala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Udhavala
Where is Udhavala located?
Udhavala village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udhavala?
Udhavala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udhavala?
The pincode of Udhavala is 389380.
What is the population of Udhavala?
Udhavala has a total population of 4,998, including 2,496 males and 2,502 females.
How many households are there in Udhavala?
There are 799 households in Udhavala.
What is the literacy rate in Udhavala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhavala is 52.44%. Male literacy is 63.86% and female literacy is 41.05%.