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
As per Census 2011, Umargot village has a total population of 1,894 people, consisting of 979 males and 915 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,042 literate and 852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,893 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umargot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,894 | 979 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,894, including 979 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Umargot?
There are 348 households in Umargot.
What is the literacy rate in Umargot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umargot is 55.02%. Male literacy is 63.94% and female literacy is 45.46%.