Udwala - Bidasar, Churu
Udwala is a village situated in the Bidasar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from Sujangarh and around 145 km from Churu. Udwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udwala is 070738. The village covers a total geographical area of 2460 hectares and falls under the 331517 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Udwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udwala
As per Census 2011, Udwala village has a total population of 4,080 people, consisting of 2,036 males and 2,044 females. The village has 599 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 781 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,857 literate and 2,223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 773 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,080 | 2,036 | 2,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 396 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 773 | 387 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,857 | 1,141 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,223 | 895 | 1,328 |
Nearby Villages of Udwala
Udwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhom Parewara | West | 2.71 km |
| Parawa | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Parewara | South-West | 5.32 km |
| Sarothiya | East | 7.59 km |
| Jeeli | South | 8.41 km |
| Mangalwasi | South | 8.58 km |
| Bamboo | North-West | 9.15 km |
| Malaksar | South-East | 9.25 km |
| Bhomiyara | West | 9.40 km |
| Sarangsar | North-East | 9.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udwala
Udwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ladnun, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sujangarh to Udwala is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Udwala is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udwala
Where is Udwala located?
Udwala village is located in Bidasar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udwala?
Udwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udwala?
The pincode of Udwala is 331517.
What is the population of Udwala?
Udwala has a total population of 4,080, including 2,036 males and 2,044 females.
How many households are there in Udwala?
There are 599 households in Udwala.
What is the literacy rate in Udwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udwala is 45.51%. Male literacy is 56.04% and female literacy is 35.03%.