Umber - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Umber is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Santrampur and around 65 km from Godhra. Umber village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umber is 518126. The village covers a total geographical area of 652.05 hectares and falls under the 389110 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Umber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umber
As per Census 2011, Umber village has a total population of 4,819 people, consisting of 2,413 males and 2,406 females. The village has 851 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 822 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,614 literate and 2,205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,814 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umber are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,819 | 2,413 | 2,406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 822 | 416 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 75 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,814 | 1,906 | 1,908 |
| Literate Population | 2,614 | 1,527 | 1,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,205 | 886 | 1,319 |
Nearby Villages of Umber
Umber 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 Umber
Public transport in the Umber is mainly available through shared van 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 Santrampur to Umber is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Umber is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umber village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Umber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umber 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umber
Where is Umber located?
Umber village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umber?
Umber is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umber?
The pincode of Umber is 389110.
What is the population of Umber?
Umber has a total population of 4,819, including 2,413 males and 2,406 females.
How many households are there in Umber?
There are 851 households in Umber.
What is the literacy rate in Umber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umber is 54.24%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 45.18%.