Umla - Leh, Leh Ladakh
Umla is a village situated in the Leh tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 30 km from Leh and around 30 km from Leh. Taru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umla is 000850. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.1 hectares and falls under the 194107 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Umla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umla
According to the 2011 Census, Umla village had a total population of 99 people, including 53 males and 46 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.84%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 53.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 17 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Umla
Umla 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 Umla
Umla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Leh to Umla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Umla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umla 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umla
Where is Umla located?
Umla village is located in Leh Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umla?
The Gram Panchayat of Umla is Taru.
What is the pincode of Umla?
The pincode of Umla is 194107.
What is the population of Umla?
Umla had a total population of 99, including 53 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Umla?
Umla had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umla was 64.84%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 53.49%.