Umar - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Umar is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Dharmsala. Ummer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umar is 010446. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.13 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Umar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umar
As per Census 2011, Umar village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 660 males and 303 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 459 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 660 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 594 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 66 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Umar
Umar 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 Umar
Umar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Umar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umar
Where is Umar located?
Umar village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umar?
The Gram Panchayat of Umar is Ummer.
What is the pincode of Umar?
The pincode of Umar is 176031.
What is the population of Umar?
Umar has a total population of 963, including 660 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Umar?
There are 142 households in Umar.
What is the literacy rate in Umar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umar is 83.07%. Male literacy is 90.00% and female literacy is 67.99%.