Udepur - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Udepur is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Udepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udepur is 514161. The village covers a total geographical area of 1023.13 hectares and falls under the 360531 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Udepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udepur
As per Census 2011, Udepur village has a total population of 1,160 people, consisting of 590 males and 570 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,160 | 590 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 90 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 372 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 218 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Udepur
Udepur 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 Udepur
Public transport in the Udepur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Udepur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Udepur is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udepur
Where is Udepur located?
Udepur village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udepur?
Udepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udepur?
The pincode of Udepur is 360531.
What is the population of Udepur?
Udepur has a total population of 1,160, including 590 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Udepur?
There are 218 households in Udepur.
What is the literacy rate in Udepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udepur is 56.38%. Male literacy is 63.05% and female literacy is 49.47%.