Umrala - Patan-Veraval, Gir Somnath
Umrala is a village situated in the Patan-Veraval taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Veraval and around 108 km from Junagadh. Umrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umrala is 515009. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.89 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Veraval is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Umrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Somnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umrala
As per Census 2011, Umrala village has a total population of 1,343 people, consisting of 668 males and 675 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 862 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,343 | 668 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 259 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 484 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 184 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Umrala
Umrala 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 Umrala
Public transport in the Umrala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Veraval to Umrala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Umrala is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umrala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Umrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umrala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umrala
Where is Umrala located?
Umrala village is located in Patan-Veraval Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umrala?
Umrala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umrala?
The pincode of Umrala is 362150.
What is the population of Umrala?
Umrala has a total population of 1,343, including 668 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Umrala?
There are 212 households in Umrala.
What is the literacy rate in Umrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umrala is 64.18%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 56.00%.