Udan - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Udan is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Udan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udan is 511314. The village covers a total geographical area of 1002.36 hectares and falls under the 382315 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Udan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udan
According to the 2011 Census, Udan village had a total population of 2,082 people, including 1,139 males and 943 females, living in 435 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.01%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 76.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,082 | 1,139 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 141 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 114 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 941 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 198 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Udan
Udan 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 Udan
Public transport in the Udan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Udan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dehgam to Udan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Udan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udan
Where is Udan located?
Udan village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udan?
Udan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udan?
The pincode of Udan is 382315.
What is the population of Udan?
Udan had a total population of 2,082, including 1,139 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Udan?
Udan had 435 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udan was 86.01%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 76.08%.