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
As per Census 2011, Udan village has a total population of 2,082 people, consisting of 1,139 males and 943 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,574 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,082, including 1,139 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Udan?
There are 435 households in Udan.
What is the literacy rate in Udan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udan is 75.60%. Male literacy is 82.62% and female literacy is 67.13%.