Umlav - Borsad, Anand
Umlav is a village situated in the Borsad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Borsad and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Umlav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umlav is 517112. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.28 hectares and falls under the 388530 pincode. Borsad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Umlav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borsad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umlav
As per Census 2011, Umlav village has a total population of 2,391 people, consisting of 1,263 males and 1,128 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,782 literate and 609 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umlav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,391 | 1,263 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 155 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,782 | 1,042 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 221 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Umlav
Umlav 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 Umlav
Umlav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Umlav.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Borsad to Umlav is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Umlav is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umlav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umlav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umlav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umlav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umlav
Where is Umlav located?
Umlav village is located in Borsad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umlav?
Umlav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umlav?
The pincode of Umlav is 388530.
What is the population of Umlav?
Umlav has a total population of 2,391, including 1,263 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Umlav?
There are 529 households in Umlav.
What is the literacy rate in Umlav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umlav is 74.53%. Male literacy is 82.50% and female literacy is 65.60%.