Umej - Una, Gir Somnath
Umej is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Una and around 170 km from Junagadh. Umej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umej is 515308. The village covers a total geographical area of 982.24 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Umej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umej
According to the 2011 Census, Umej village had a total population of 3,571 people, including 1,788 males and 1,783 females, living in 686 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.41%, with male literacy at 79.85% and female literacy at 55.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 3,571 | 1,788 | 1,783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 274 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,048 | 1,209 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,523 | 579 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Umej
Umej 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 Umej
Umej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Umej.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Umej is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Umej is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umej
Where is Umej located?
Umej village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umej?
Umej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umej?
The pincode of Umej is 362560.
What is the population of Umej?
Umej had a total population of 3,571, including 1,788 males and 1,783 females.
How many households are there in Umej?
Umej had 686 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umej was 67.41%. Male literacy was 79.85% and female literacy was 55.05%.