Umarwala - Batala, Gurdaspur
Umarwala is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Umarwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarwala is 028857. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 143527 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Umarwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umarwala
According to the 2011 Census, Umarwala village had a total population of 839 people, including 447 males and 392 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 82.40% and female literacy at 76.07%.
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 | 839 | 447 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 323 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 124 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Umarwala
Umarwala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ogrewal | East | 1.12 km |
| Chainewal | North | 1.17 km |
| Chandu Manj | West | 1.28 km |
| Mirzajan | South | 1.93 km |
| Sarwali | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Raichack | North | 2.29 km |
| Akarpura | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Dalam | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Mamman | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Sanghera | West | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umarwala
Umarwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gurdaspur to Umarwala is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarwala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umarwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umarwala
Where is Umarwala located?
Umarwala village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarwala?
Umarwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarwala?
The pincode of Umarwala is 143527.
What is the population of Umarwala?
Umarwala had a total population of 839, including 447 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Umarwala?
Umarwala had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarwala was 79.41%. Male literacy was 82.40% and female literacy was 76.07%.