Umargot - Umarpada, Surat
Umargot is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Umargot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umargot is 523925. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.56 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Umargot 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 Umargot
According to the 2011 Census, Umargot village had a total population of 1,894 people, including 979 males and 915 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.04%, with male literacy at 73.30% and female literacy at 52.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,893.
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 | 1,894 | 979 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,893 | 978 | 915 |
| Literate Population | 1,042 | 626 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 353 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Umargot
Umargot 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 Umargot
Umargot 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 Mandvi to Umargot is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Umargot is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umargot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umargot 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 Umargot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umargot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Umargot
Where is Umargot located?
Umargot village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Umargot?
Umargot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umargot?
The pincode of Umargot is 394445.
What is the population of Umargot?
Umargot had a total population of 1,894, including 979 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Umargot?
Umargot had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umargot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umargot was 63.04%. Male literacy was 73.30% and female literacy was 52.07%.