Umri - Alampur, Kangra
Umri is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 83 km from Dharmsala. Gander serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umri is 011312. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.97 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Umri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umri
As per Census 2011, Umri village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 105 males and 119 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 105 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 11 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 11 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Umri
Umri 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 Umri
Umri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Umri is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umri 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umri
Where is Umri located?
Umri village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umri?
The Gram Panchayat of Umri is Gander.
What is the pincode of Umri?
The pincode of Umri is 176097.
What is the population of Umri?
Umri has a total population of 224, including 105 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Umri?
There are 53 households in Umri.
What is the literacy rate in Umri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umri is 78.57%. Male literacy is 89.52% and female literacy is 68.91%.