Umarla - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Umarla is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Umarla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarla is 516592. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.54 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Umarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarla
According to the 2011 Census, Umarla village had a total population of 827 people, including 443 males and 384 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.07%, with male literacy at 89.24% and female literacy at 65.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 827 | 443 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 340 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 103 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Umarla
Umarla 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 Umarla
Umarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Talaja to Umarla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Umarla is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarla 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 Umarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umarla
Where is Umarla located?
Umarla village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Umarla?
Umarla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarla?
The pincode of Umarla is 364150.
What is the population of Umarla?
Umarla had a total population of 827, including 443 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Umarla?
Umarla had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarla was 78.07%. Male literacy was 89.24% and female literacy was 65.37%.