Udawala - Shahpura, Jaipur
Udawala is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Udawala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udawala is 079331. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 303103 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Udawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udawala
As per Census 2011, Udawala village has a total population of 2,535 people, consisting of 1,295 males and 1,240 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,546 literate and 989 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,535 | 1,295 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 211 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,546 | 910 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 385 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Udawala
Udawala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyanpura | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Surana | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Nithara | North | 2.47 km |
| Kumbhawas | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Lochu Ka Was | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Todi | South | 3.34 km |
| Let Ka Bas | North | 3.80 km |
| Lakhni | North | 4.04 km |
| Bawari Ki Dhani | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Chharsa | South-East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udawala
Udawala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chomun Samod, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Udawala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Udawala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Udawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udawala 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Udawala
Where is Udawala located?
Udawala village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udawala?
Udawala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udawala?
The pincode of Udawala is 303103.
What is the population of Udawala?
Udawala has a total population of 2,535, including 1,295 males and 1,240 females.
How many households are there in Udawala?
There are 386 households in Udawala.
What is the literacy rate in Udawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udawala is 60.99%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 51.29%.