Udhavan - Jambughoda, Panch Mahals
Udhavan is a village situated in the Jambughoda taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambughoda and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Udhavan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhavan is 518959. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.04 hectares and falls under the 389390 pincode. Bodeli is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Udhavan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udhavan
As per Census 2011, Udhavan village has a total population of 1,290 people, consisting of 650 males and 640 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udhavan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,290 | 650 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 160 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 406 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 244 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Udhavan
Udhavan 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 Udhavan
Public transport in the Udhavan 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 Bodeli to Udhavan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Udhavan is about 72 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 Udhavan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhavan 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 Udhavan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhavan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udhavan
Where is Udhavan located?
Udhavan village is located in Jambughoda Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udhavan?
Udhavan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udhavan?
The pincode of Udhavan is 389390.
What is the population of Udhavan?
Udhavan has a total population of 1,290, including 650 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Udhavan?
There are 243 households in Udhavan.
What is the literacy rate in Udhavan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhavan is 49.69%. Male literacy is 62.46% and female literacy is 36.72%.