Umra - Ambika, Surat
Umra is a village situated in the Ambika taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Mahuva and around 66 km from Surat. Umra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umra is 524408. The village covers a total geographical area of 1615.75 hectares and falls under the 394248 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Umra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umra
As per Census 2011, Umra village has a total population of 5,094 people, consisting of 2,562 males and 2,532 females. The village has 1,169 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,637 literate and 1,457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,991 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,094 | 2,562 | 2,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 269 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,991 | 2,510 | 2,481 |
| Literate Population | 3,637 | 1,989 | 1,648 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 573 | 884 |
Nearby Villages of Umra
Umra 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 Umra
Umra 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bardoli to Umra is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Umra is about 66 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 Umra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umra 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 Umra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umra
Where is Umra located?
Umra village is located in Ambika Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umra?
Umra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umra?
The pincode of Umra is 394248.
What is the population of Umra?
Umra has a total population of 5,094, including 2,562 males and 2,532 females.
How many households are there in Umra?
There are 1,169 households in Umra.
What is the literacy rate in Umra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umra is 71.40%. Male literacy is 77.63% and female literacy is 65.09%.