Udian - Fazilka
Udian is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from Fazilka and around 94 km from Firozpur. Choti Odian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udian is 035125. The village covers a total geographical area of 732 hectares and falls under the 152123 pincode. Fazilka is the nearest town.
Udian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udian
As per Census 2011, Udian village has a total population of 1,329 people, consisting of 720 males and 609 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 824 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,329 | 720 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 82 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 201 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 511 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 209 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Udian
Udian 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 Udian
Udian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Udian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Firozpur to Udian is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Udian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udian 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 Udian
Where is Udian located?
Udian village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udian?
The Gram Panchayat of Udian is Choti Odian.
What is the pincode of Udian?
The pincode of Udian is 152123.
What is the population of Udian?
Udian has a total population of 1,329, including 720 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Udian?
There are 255 households in Udian.
What is the literacy rate in Udian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udian is 62.00%. Male literacy is 70.97% and female literacy is 51.40%.