Umarva (Joshivalu) - Garudeshwar, Narmada
Umarva (Joshivalu) is a village situated in the Garudeshwar taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Rajpipla and around 18 km from Rajpipla. Mota Amba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umarva (Joshivalu) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarva (Joshivalu) is 521503. The village covers a total geographical area of 999.52 hectares and falls under the 393151 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Umarva (Joshivalu) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarva (Joshivalu)
According to the 2011 Census, Umarva (Joshivalu) village had a total population of 945 people, including 479 males and 466 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 944.
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 | 945 | 479 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 944 | 478 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 364 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 115 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Umarva (Joshivalu)
Umarva (Joshivalu) 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 Umarva (Joshivalu)
Public transport in the Umarva (Joshivalu) is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Umarva (Joshivalu).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rajpipla to Umarva (Joshivalu) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarva (Joshivalu)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarva (Joshivalu) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umarva (Joshivalu)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarva (Joshivalu) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umarva (Joshivalu)
Where is Umarva (Joshivalu) located?
Umarva (Joshivalu) village is located in Garudeshwar Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarva (Joshivalu)?
The Gram Panchayat of Umarva (Joshivalu) is Mota Amba.
What is the pincode of Umarva (Joshivalu)?
The pincode of Umarva (Joshivalu) is 393151.
What is the population of Umarva (Joshivalu)?
Umarva (Joshivalu) had a total population of 945, including 479 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Umarva (Joshivalu)?
Umarva (Joshivalu) had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarva (Joshivalu)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarva (Joshivalu) was 73.65%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 59.09%.