Umaiya - Rapar, Kachchh
Umaiya is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Umaiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umaiya is 506561. The village covers a total geographical area of 2684.42 hectares and falls under the 370155 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Umaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umaiya
As per Census 2011, Umaiya village has a total population of 3,121 people, consisting of 1,591 males and 1,530 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,446 literate and 1,675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 575 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umaiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,121 | 1,591 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 294 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 575 | 299 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 908 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,675 | 683 | 992 |
Nearby Villages of Umaiya
Umaiya 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 Umaiya
Umaiya 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 Rapar to Umaiya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Umaiya is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umaiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umaiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umaiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umaiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umaiya
Where is Umaiya located?
Umaiya village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umaiya?
Umaiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umaiya?
The pincode of Umaiya is 370155.
What is the population of Umaiya?
Umaiya has a total population of 3,121, including 1,591 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Umaiya?
There are 513 households in Umaiya.
What is the literacy rate in Umaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umaiya is 46.33%. Male literacy is 57.07% and female literacy is 35.16%.