Umberkhar - Kokernag, Anantnag
Umberkhar is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernagh and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Damhall serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Umberkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umberkhar is 003766. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Achabal is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Umberkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umberkhar
According to the 2011 Census, Umberkhar village had a total population of 30 people, including 18 males and 12 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.87%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Umberkhar
Umberkhar 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 Umberkhar
Umberkhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Umberkhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achabal to Umberkhar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Umberkhar is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umberkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umberkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umberkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umberkhar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umberkhar
Where is Umberkhar located?
Umberkhar village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Umberkhar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Umberkhar is Damhall.
What is the pincode of Umberkhar?
The pincode of Umberkhar is 192202.
What is the population of Umberkhar?
Umberkhar had a total population of 30, including 18 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Umberkhar?
Umberkhar had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umberkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umberkhar was 60.87%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 50.00%.