Umba
About Umba
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Umba village is 001036. Umba village is located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Umba village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 201.53 hectares. Umba has a total population of 844 peoples, out of which male population is 428 while female population is 416. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of umba village is 55.92% out of which 62.62% males and 49.04% females are literate. There are about 124 houses in umba village. Pincode of umba village locality is 194103.
When it comes to administration, Umba village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Umba village comes under Zanskar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency. Kargil is nearest town to umba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
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Population of Umba
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 844 | 428 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 268 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 160 | 212 |
Connectivity of Umba
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Umba
Where is Umba located?
Umba village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umba?
Umba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Umba?
The pincode of Umba is 194103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Umba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umba is 844, with 428 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Umba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Umba village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umba is 55.92%. The male literacy rate is 62.62%, while the female literacy rate is 49.04%.