Undhwal - Chikhli, Navsari
Undhwal is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Rethvania-undhval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Undhwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Undhwal is 523063. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.26 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Undhwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Undhwal
According to the 2011 Census, Undhwal village had a total population of 455 people, including 225 males and 230 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 95.61% and female literacy at 79.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 450.
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 | 455 | 225 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 223 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 196 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 29 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Undhwal
Undhwal 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 Undhwal
Public transport in the Undhwal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Undhwal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Undhwal is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Undhwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Undhwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Undhwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Undhwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Undhwal
Where is Undhwal located?
Undhwal village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Undhwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Undhwal is Rethvania-undhval.
What is the pincode of Undhwal?
The pincode of Undhwal is 396560.
What is the population of Undhwal?
Undhwal had a total population of 455, including 225 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Undhwal?
Undhwal had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Undhwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Undhwal was 87.78%. Male literacy was 95.61% and female literacy was 79.90%.