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
As per Census 2011, Umarla village has a total population of 827 people, consisting of 443 males and 384 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 559 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 443 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 827, including 443 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Umarla?
There are 139 households in Umarla.
What is the literacy rate in Umarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarla is 67.59%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 57.03%.