Umariya - Khambha, Amreli
Umariya is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Umariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umariya is 515842. The village covers a total geographical area of 1231.84 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Umariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umariya
As per Census 2011, Umariya village has a total population of 1,601 people, consisting of 779 males and 822 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,080 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,601 | 779 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 63 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 602 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 177 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Umariya
Umariya 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 Umariya
Public transport in the Umariya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Umariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Savar Kundla to Umariya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Umariya 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 Umariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umariya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umariya 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 Umariya
Where is Umariya located?
Umariya village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umariya?
Umariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umariya?
The pincode of Umariya is 365650.
What is the population of Umariya?
Umariya has a total population of 1,601, including 779 males and 822 females.
How many households are there in Umariya?
There are 309 households in Umariya.
What is the literacy rate in Umariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umariya is 67.46%. Male literacy is 77.28% and female literacy is 58.15%.