Umbara - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Umbara is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from Danta and around 74 km from Palanpur. Mankadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umbara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbara is 507955. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.84 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Umbara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umbara
According to the 2011 Census, Umbara village had a total population of 517 people, including 240 males and 277 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.90%, with male literacy at 79.65% and female literacy at 64.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 517.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 240 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 68 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 240 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 137 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 103 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Umbara
Umbara 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 Umbara
Public transport in the Umbara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Umbara is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umbara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umbara
Where is Umbara located?
Umbara village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbara?
The Gram Panchayat of Umbara is Mankadi.
What is the pincode of Umbara?
The pincode of Umbara is 385110.
What is the population of Umbara?
Umbara had a total population of 517, including 240 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Umbara?
Umbara had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umbara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbara was 71.90%. Male literacy was 79.65% and female literacy was 64.92%.