Udwada - Nanapodha, Valsad
Udwada is a village situated in the Nanapodha taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Pardi and around 30 km from Valsad. Udwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udwada is 523447. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.16 hectares and falls under the 396180 pincode. Pardi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Udwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pardi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udwada
According to the 2011 Census, Udwada village had a total population of 6,303 people, including 3,191 males and 3,112 females, living in 1,447 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.36%, with male literacy at 93.90% and female literacy at 82.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 392, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,754.
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 | 6,303 | 3,191 | 3,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 291 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 210 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,754 | 1,370 | 1,384 |
| Literate Population | 5,084 | 2,723 | 2,361 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 468 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Udwada
Udwada 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 Udwada
Udwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Udwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pardi to Udwada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Udwada is about 30 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 Udwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Udwada
Where is Udwada located?
Udwada village is located in Nanapodha Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udwada?
Udwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udwada?
The pincode of Udwada is 396180.
What is the population of Udwada?
Udwada had a total population of 6,303, including 3,191 males and 3,112 females.
How many households are there in Udwada?
Udwada had 1,447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udwada was 88.36%. Male literacy was 93.90% and female literacy was 82.73%.