Umarkharda - Netrang, Bharuch
Umarkharda is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Jhagadia and around 60 km from Bharuch. Vankol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umarkharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarkharda is 522221. The village covers a total geographical area of 849.55 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Umarkharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umarkharda
According to the 2011 Census, Umarkharda village had a total population of 787 people, including 423 males and 364 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.93%, with male literacy at 74.18% and female literacy at 56.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 787.
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 | 787 | 423 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 787 | 423 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 270 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 153 | 185 |
Transport and Connectivity of Umarkharda
Umarkharda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpipla to Umarkharda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Umarkharda 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 Umarkharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarkharda 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 Umarkharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarkharda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umarkharda
Where is Umarkharda located?
Umarkharda village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarkharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Umarkharda is Vankol.
What is the pincode of Umarkharda?
The pincode of Umarkharda is 393130.
What is the population of Umarkharda?
Umarkharda had a total population of 787, including 423 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Umarkharda?
Umarkharda had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarkharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarkharda was 65.93%. Male literacy was 74.18% and female literacy was 56.47%.