Umarkhadi - Umarpada, Surat
Umarkhadi is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Umarkhadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarkhadi is 523893. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.27 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Umarkhadi 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 Umarkhadi
As per Census 2011, Umarkhadi village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 710 males and 689 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 901 literate and 498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,399 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarkhadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 710 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 106 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,399 | 710 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 505 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 205 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Umarkhadi
Umarkhadi 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 Umarkhadi
Umarkhadi 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 Umarkhadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Umarkhadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarkhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarkhadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Umarkhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarkhadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umarkhadi
Where is Umarkhadi located?
Umarkhadi village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarkhadi?
Umarkhadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarkhadi?
The pincode of Umarkhadi is 394440.
What is the population of Umarkhadi?
Umarkhadi has a total population of 1,399, including 710 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Umarkhadi?
There are 328 households in Umarkhadi.
What is the literacy rate in Umarkhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarkhadi is 64.40%. Male literacy is 71.13% and female literacy is 57.47%.