Umarpada - Kaprada, Valsad
Umarpada is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Ghadavi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarpada is 523625. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.3 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Umarpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarpada
According to the 2011 Census, Umarpada village had a total population of 228 people, including 106 males and 122 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.89%, with male literacy at 43.48% and female literacy at 35.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 228 | 106 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 106 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 76 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Umarpada
Umarpada 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 Umarpada
Umarpada 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 Selvas to Umarpada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Umarpada is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarpada 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Umarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umarpada
Where is Umarpada located?
Umarpada village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Umarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Umarpada is Ghadavi.
What is the pincode of Umarpada?
The pincode of Umarpada is 396067.
What is the population of Umarpada?
Umarpada had a total population of 228, including 106 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Umarpada?
Umarpada had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarpada was 38.89%. Male literacy was 43.48% and female literacy was 35.48%.