Umbar - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Umbar is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ashapuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umbar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbar is 011391. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.69 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Umbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Umbar
According to the 2011 Census, Umbar village had a total population of 265 people, including 112 males and 153 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,366 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.25%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 73.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 265 | 112 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 99 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 87 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 25 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Umbar
Umbar 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 Umbar
Umbar 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 Umbar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Umbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umbar
Where is Umbar located?
Umbar village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Umbar?
The Gram Panchayat of Umbar is Ashapuri.
What is the pincode of Umbar?
The pincode of Umbar is 176097.
What is the population of Umbar?
Umbar had a total population of 265, including 112 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Umbar?
Umbar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbar was 80.25%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 73.24%.