Uteva - Areth, Surat
Uteva is a village situated in the Areth taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Mandvi and around 68 km from Surat. Uteva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uteva is 523989. The village covers a total geographical area of 993.42 hectares and falls under the 394163 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Uteva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uteva
As per Census 2011, Uteva village has a total population of 2,489 people, consisting of 1,227 males and 1,262 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,487 literate and 1,002 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,458 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uteva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,489 | 1,227 | 1,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 112 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,458 | 1,207 | 1,251 |
| Literate Population | 1,487 | 840 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 387 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Uteva
Uteva 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 Uteva
Uteva 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Uteva is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Uteva is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uteva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uteva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uteva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uteva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uteva
Where is Uteva located?
Uteva village is located in Areth Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uteva?
Uteva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uteva?
The pincode of Uteva is 394163.
What is the population of Uteva?
Uteva has a total population of 2,489, including 1,227 males and 1,262 females.
How many households are there in Uteva?
There are 539 households in Uteva.
What is the literacy rate in Uteva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uteva is 59.74%. Male literacy is 68.46% and female literacy is 51.27%.