Umarkui - Bansda, Navsari
Umarkui is a village situated in the Bansda taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansda and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Umarkui village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarkui is 523197. The village covers a total geographical area of 537.4 hectares and falls under the 396580 pincode. Bansda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Umarkui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umarkui
According to the 2011 Census, Umarkui village had a total population of 3,340 people, including 1,712 males and 1,628 females, living in 628 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 77.58% and female literacy at 55.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,313.
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 | 3,340 | 1,712 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 191 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,313 | 1,696 | 1,617 |
| Literate Population | 1,986 | 1,180 | 806 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,354 | 532 | 822 |
Nearby Villages of Umarkui
Umarkui 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 Umarkui
Umarkui 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansda to Umarkui is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Umarkui is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarkui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarkui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umarkui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarkui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umarkui
Where is Umarkui located?
Umarkui village is located in Bansda Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarkui?
Umarkui is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarkui?
The pincode of Umarkui is 396580.
What is the population of Umarkui?
Umarkui had a total population of 3,340, including 1,712 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Umarkui?
Umarkui had 628 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarkui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarkui was 66.67%. Male literacy was 77.58% and female literacy was 55.28%.