Umrethi - Talala, Gir Somnath
Umrethi is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Talala and around 86 km from Junagadh. Umrethi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umrethi is 514971. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026.92 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Umrethi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umrethi
As per Census 2011, Umrethi village has a total population of 2,335 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,155 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,734 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umrethi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,335 | 1,180 | 1,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 124 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 153 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,734 | 944 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 236 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Umrethi
Umrethi 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 Umrethi
Public transport in the Umrethi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Umrethi.
| 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 Talala to Umrethi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Umrethi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umrethi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umrethi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umrethi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umrethi 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 Umrethi
Where is Umrethi located?
Umrethi village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umrethi?
Umrethi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umrethi?
The pincode of Umrethi is 362150.
What is the population of Umrethi?
Umrethi has a total population of 2,335, including 1,180 males and 1,155 females.
How many households are there in Umrethi?
There are 395 households in Umrethi.
What is the literacy rate in Umrethi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umrethi is 74.26%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 68.40%.