Udava - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Udava is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Khanpur and around 75 km from Godhra. Udava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udava is 517788. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.21 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Udava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udava
As per Census 2011, Udava village has a total population of 1,021 people, consisting of 536 males and 485 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 977 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,021 | 536 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 977 | 513 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 346 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 190 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Udava
Udava 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 Udava
Udava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Lunawada to Udava is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Udava is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Udava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udava 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 Udava
Where is Udava located?
Udava village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udava?
Udava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udava?
The pincode of Udava is 389230.
What is the population of Udava?
Udava has a total population of 1,021, including 536 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Udava?
There are 202 households in Udava.
What is the literacy rate in Udava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udava is 53.97%. Male literacy is 64.55% and female literacy is 42.27%.