Udva - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Udva is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Udva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udva is 518795. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.44 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Udva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udva
As per Census 2011, Udva village has a total population of 2,007 people, consisting of 1,038 males and 969 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 917 literate and 1,090 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,756 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,007 | 1,038 | 969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 190 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,756 | 907 | 849 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 578 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,090 | 460 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Udva
Udva 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 Udva
Public transport in the Udva 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 Halol to Udva is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Udva is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udva 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Udva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udva 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udva
Where is Udva located?
Udva village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udva?
Udva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udva?
The pincode of Udva is 389380.
What is the population of Udva?
Udva has a total population of 2,007, including 1,038 males and 969 females.
How many households are there in Udva?
There are 314 households in Udva.
What is the literacy rate in Udva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udva is 45.69%. Male literacy is 55.68% and female literacy is 34.98%.