Umagarh - Ramgarh, Nainital
Umagarh is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Nainital and around 26 km from Nainital. Uma Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umagarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umagarh is 054786. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.55 hectares and falls under the 263137 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Umagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umagarh
According to the 2011 Census, Umagarh village had a total population of 212 people, including 112 males and 100 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.92%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 80.85%.
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 | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Umagarh
Umagarh 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 Umagarh
Public transport in the Umagarh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhowali to Umagarh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Umagarh is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umagarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umagarh
Where is Umagarh located?
Umagarh village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umagarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Umagarh is Uma Garh.
What is the pincode of Umagarh?
The pincode of Umagarh is 263137.
What is the population of Umagarh?
Umagarh had a total population of 212, including 112 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Umagarh?
Umagarh had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umagarh was 83.92%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 80.85%.