Urad - Karjan, Vadodara
Urad is a village situated in the Karjan taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karjan and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Urad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urad is 521176. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.68 hectares and falls under the 391244 pincode. Palej is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Urad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharuch Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urad
According to the 2011 Census, Urad village had a total population of 1,073 people, including 550 males and 523 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.33%, with male literacy at 95.79% and female literacy at 80.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 346.
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 | 1,073 | 550 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 51 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 172 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 478 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 72 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Urad
Urad 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 Urad
Urad 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 Palej to Urad is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Urad is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urad 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 Urad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urad 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 Urad
Where is Urad located?
Urad village is located in Karjan Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urad?
Urad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urad?
The pincode of Urad is 391244.
What is the population of Urad?
Urad had a total population of 1,073, including 550 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Urad?
Urad had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urad was 88.33%. Male literacy was 95.79% and female literacy was 80.38%.