Urdhul - Chandvad, Nashik
Urdhul is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Urdhul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urdhul is 550493. The village covers a total geographical area of 915.96 hectares and falls under the 423101 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Urdhul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urdhul
As per Census 2011, Urdhul village has a total population of 2,450 people, consisting of 1,251 males and 1,199 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,788 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urdhul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,450 | 1,251 | 1,199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 143 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 987 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 264 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Urdhul
Urdhul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhoyegaon | West | 2.33 km |
| Dighwad | East | 2.49 km |
| Hirapur | South | 2.83 km |
| Parsul | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Tisgaon | North | 3.69 km |
| Bopane | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Dahiwad | East | 4.08 km |
| Devargaon | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Jopul | West | 4.88 km |
| Pimplad | South | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urdhul
Public transport in the Urdhul is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lasalgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| 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 Manmad to Urdhul is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Urdhul is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urdhul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urdhul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urdhul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urdhul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urdhul
Where is Urdhul located?
Urdhul village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urdhul?
Urdhul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urdhul?
The pincode of Urdhul is 423101.
What is the population of Urdhul?
Urdhul has a total population of 2,450, including 1,251 males and 1,199 females.
How many households are there in Urdhul?
There are 455 households in Urdhul.
What is the literacy rate in Urdhul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urdhul is 72.98%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 66.81%.