Umer - Dhaulchhina, Almora
Umer is a village situated in the Dhaulchhina tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 58 km from Almora and around 58 km from Almora. Kunj Kimola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umer is 052922. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.32 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Umer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Umer
According to the 2011 Census, Umer village had a total population of 92 people, including 44 males and 48 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 70.27% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Umer
Umer 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 Umer
Public transport in the Umer is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Umer is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umer 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 Umer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umer
Where is Umer located?
Umer village is located in Dhaulchhina Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Umer?
The Gram Panchayat of Umer is Kunj Kimola.
What is the pincode of Umer?
The pincode of Umer is 263623.
What is the population of Umer?
Umer had a total population of 92, including 44 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Umer?
Umer had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umer was 66.67%. Male literacy was 70.27% and female literacy was 63.64%.