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
As per Census 2011, Umarda village has a total population of 1,451 people, consisting of 713 males and 738 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,019 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,429 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,451 | 713 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 74 | 83 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,451, including 713 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Umarda?
There are 281 households in Umarda.
What is the literacy rate in Umarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarda is 70.23%. Male literacy is 76.58% and female literacy is 64.09%.