Ujada - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Ujada is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Ujada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujada is 518449. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.89 hectares and falls under the 389210 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ujada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ujada
As per Census 2011, Ujada village has a total population of 2,850 people, consisting of 1,416 males and 1,434 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,634 literate and 1,216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 427 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,850 | 1,416 | 1,434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 198 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 307 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 214 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 955 | 679 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,216 | 461 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Ujada
Ujada 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 Ujada
Public transport in the Ujada 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 Shehera to Ujada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Ujada is about 35 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 Ujada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujada 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ujada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujada 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 Ujada
Where is Ujada located?
Ujada village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujada?
Ujada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujada?
The pincode of Ujada is 389210.
What is the population of Ujada?
Ujada has a total population of 2,850, including 1,416 males and 1,434 females.
How many households are there in Ujada?
There are 534 households in Ujada.
What is the literacy rate in Ujada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujada is 57.33%. Male literacy is 67.44% and female literacy is 47.35%.