Umarda - Umarpada, Surat
Umarda is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Umarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarda is 523907. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.93 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Umarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarda
According to the 2011 Census, Umarda village had a total population of 1,451 people, including 713 males and 738 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.75%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 72.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,429.
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 | 1,451 | 713 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 74 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,429 | 700 | 729 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 546 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 167 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Umarda
Umarda 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 Umarda
Umarda 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 Mandvi to Umarda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Umarda is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarda 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 Umarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umarda
Where is Umarda located?
Umarda village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarda?
Umarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarda?
The pincode of Umarda is 394445.
What is the population of Umarda?
Umarda had a total population of 1,451, including 713 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Umarda?
Umarda had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarda was 78.75%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 72.21%.