Umrala - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Umrala is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Umrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umrala is 513859. The village covers a total geographical area of 1896.05 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umrala
As per Census 2011, Umrala village has a total population of 1,233 people, consisting of 601 males and 632 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 767 literate and 466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,233 | 601 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 67 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 395 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 206 | 260 |
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
Umrala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kalavad to Umrala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Umrala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umrala
Where is Umrala located?
Umrala village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar 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 361160.
What is the population of Umrala?
Umrala has a total population of 1,233, including 601 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Umrala?
There are 296 households in Umrala.
What is the literacy rate in Umrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umrala is 62.21%. Male literacy is 65.72% and female literacy is 58.86%.