Umran - Chikada, Narmada
Umran is a village situated in the Chikada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Dediapada and around 75 km from Rajpipla. Umran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umran is 521719. The village covers a total geographical area of 1037.97 hectares and falls under the 393041 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Umran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umran
According to the 2011 Census, Umran village had a total population of 2,686 people, including 1,350 males and 1,336 females, living in 531 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.85%, with male literacy at 53.67% and female literacy at 43.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,681.
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 | 2,686 | 1,350 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 193 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,681 | 1,347 | 1,334 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 621 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,562 | 729 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Umran
Umran 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 Umran
Umran is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Dediapada to Umran is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Umran is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umran 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 Umran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umran
Where is Umran located?
Umran village is located in Chikada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umran?
Umran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umran?
The pincode of Umran is 393041.
What is the population of Umran?
Umran had a total population of 2,686, including 1,350 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Umran?
Umran had 531 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umran was 48.85%. Male literacy was 53.67% and female literacy was 43.97%.