Umbarva - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Umbarva is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 49 km from Khedbrahma and around 105 km from Himatnagar. Sembaliya (poshina) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umbarva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbarva is 509749. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.23 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Umbarva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umbarva
As per Census 2011, Umbarva village has a total population of 1,796 people, consisting of 891 males and 905 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 1,258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,796 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umbarva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,796 | 891 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 282 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,796 | 891 | 905 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 292 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 599 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Umbarva
Umbarva 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 Umbarva
Umbarva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Umbarva has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Umbarva is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Umbarva is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbarva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbarva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umbarva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbarva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umbarva
Where is Umbarva located?
Umbarva village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbarva?
The Gram Panchayat of Umbarva is Sembaliya (poshina).
What is the pincode of Umbarva?
The pincode of Umbarva is 383422.
What is the population of Umbarva?
Umbarva has a total population of 1,796, including 891 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Umbarva?
There are 300 households in Umbarva.
What is the literacy rate in Umbarva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbarva is 29.96%. Male literacy is 32.77% and female literacy is 27.18%.