Umta - Visnagar, Mahesana
Umta is a village situated in the Visnagar taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visnagar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Umta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umta is 509280. The village covers a total geographical area of 3279.14 hectares and falls under the 384320 pincode. Visnagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Umta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umta
As per Census 2011, Umta village has a total population of 8,119 people, consisting of 4,192 males and 3,927 females. The village has 1,889 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 765 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,350 literate and 1,769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 643 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,119 | 4,192 | 3,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 765 | 430 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 334 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 6,350 | 3,483 | 2,867 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,769 | 709 | 1,060 |
Nearby Villages of Umta
Umta 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 Umta
Umta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Umta.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visnagar to Umta is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Umta is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umta 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umta
Where is Umta located?
Umta village is located in Visnagar Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umta?
Umta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umta?
The pincode of Umta is 384320.
What is the population of Umta?
Umta has a total population of 8,119, including 4,192 males and 3,927 females.
How many households are there in Umta?
There are 1,889 households in Umta.
What is the literacy rate in Umta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umta is 78.21%. Male literacy is 83.09% and female literacy is 73.01%.