Udhawa - Talasari, Palghar
Udhawa is a village situated in the Talasari tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Talasari and around 110 km from Thane. Udhava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udhawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhawa is 551575. The village covers a total geographical area of 1727 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Udhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Udhawa village had a total population of 3,026 people, including 1,547 males and 1,479 females, living in 604 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.53%, with male literacy at 81.50% and female literacy at 61.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,379.
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 | 3,026 | 1,547 | 1,479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 239 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 119 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,379 | 676 | 703 |
| Literate Population | 1,837 | 1,066 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 481 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Udhawa
Udhawa 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 Udhawa
Udhawa 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 Dahanu to Udhawa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Udhawa is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udhawa
Where is Udhawa located?
Udhawa village is located in Talasari Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udhawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Udhawa is Udhava.
What is the pincode of Udhawa?
The pincode of Udhawa is 401606.
What is the population of Udhawa?
Udhawa had a total population of 3,026, including 1,547 males and 1,479 females.
How many households are there in Udhawa?
Udhawa had 604 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhawa was 71.53%. Male literacy was 81.50% and female literacy was 61.19%.