Umatwada - Vanthali, Junagadh
Umatwada is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Umatwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umatwada is 514418. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.38 hectares and falls under the 362610 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Umatwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umatwada
According to the 2011 Census, Umatwada village had a total population of 584 people, including 309 males and 275 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.12%, with male literacy at 89.21% and female literacy at 63.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 584 | 309 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 248 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 61 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Umatwada
Umatwada 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 Umatwada
Public transport in the Umatwada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Umatwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Junagadh to Umatwada is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umatwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umatwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Umatwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umatwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umatwada
Where is Umatwada located?
Umatwada village is located in Vanthali Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umatwada?
Umatwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umatwada?
The pincode of Umatwada is 362610.
What is the population of Umatwada?
Umatwada had a total population of 584, including 309 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Umatwada?
Umatwada had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umatwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umatwada was 77.12%. Male literacy was 89.21% and female literacy was 63.22%.