Ulaspendi - Dharampur, Valsad
Ulaspendi is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Gundiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ulaspendi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulaspendi is 523395. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.71 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ulaspendi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ulaspendi
According to the 2011 Census, Ulaspendi village had a total population of 801 people, including 407 males and 394 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.98%, with male literacy at 56.23% and female literacy at 33.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 796.
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 | 801 | 407 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 796 | 402 | 394 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 176 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 231 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Ulaspendi
Ulaspendi 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 Ulaspendi
Public transport in the Ulaspendi 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 Dharampur to Ulaspendi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Ulaspendi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulaspendi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulaspendi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ulaspendi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulaspendi 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 Ulaspendi
Where is Ulaspendi located?
Ulaspendi village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulaspendi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ulaspendi is Gundiya.
What is the pincode of Ulaspendi?
The pincode of Ulaspendi is 396067.
What is the population of Ulaspendi?
Ulaspendi had a total population of 801, including 407 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Ulaspendi?
Ulaspendi had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ulaspendi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulaspendi was 44.98%. Male literacy was 56.23% and female literacy was 33.44%.