Udakiya - Dhoraji, Rajkot
Udakiya is a village situated in the Dhoraji taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhoraji and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Udakiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udakiya is 513390. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.41 hectares and falls under the 360421 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Udakiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udakiya
According to the 2011 Census, Udakiya village had a total population of 692 people, including 345 males and 347 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.97%, with male literacy at 97.76% and female literacy at 84.09%.
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 | 692 | 345 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 305 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 40 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Udakiya
Udakiya 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 Udakiya
Udakiya 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Udakiya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Udakiya is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udakiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udakiya 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 Udakiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udakiya 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 Udakiya
Where is Udakiya located?
Udakiya village is located in Dhoraji Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udakiya?
Udakiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udakiya?
The pincode of Udakiya is 360421.
What is the population of Udakiya?
Udakiya had a total population of 692, including 345 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Udakiya?
Udakiya had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udakiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udakiya was 90.97%. Male literacy was 97.76% and female literacy was 84.09%.