Umarwada - Anklesvar, Bharuch
Umarwada is a village situated in the Anklesvar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anklesvar and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Umarwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarwada is 522365. The village covers a total geographical area of 1452.4 hectares and falls under the 393010 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Umarwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ankleshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharuch Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarwada
As per Census 2011, Umarwada village has a total population of 3,711 people, consisting of 1,874 males and 1,837 females. The village has 761 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 476 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,516 literate and 1,195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,930 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,711 | 1,874 | 1,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 237 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,930 | 1,001 | 929 |
| Literate Population | 2,516 | 1,363 | 1,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,195 | 511 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Umarwada
Umarwada 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 Umarwada
Public transport in the Umarwada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Umarwada.
| 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 Anklesvar to Umarwada is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Umarwada is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umarwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarwada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Umarwada
Where is Umarwada located?
Umarwada village is located in Anklesvar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarwada?
Umarwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarwada?
The pincode of Umarwada is 393010.
What is the population of Umarwada?
Umarwada has a total population of 3,711, including 1,874 males and 1,837 females.
How many households are there in Umarwada?
There are 761 households in Umarwada.
What is the literacy rate in Umarwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarwada is 67.80%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 62.77%.