Umta - Dhoomakot, Pauri Garhwal
Umta is a village situated in the Dhoomakot tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Dhoomakot and around 177 km from Pauri. Umatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umta is 047162. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.7 hectares and falls under the 246161 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Umta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umta
According to the 2011 Census, Umta village had a total population of 76 people, including 33 males and 43 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,303 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.13%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Umta
Umta 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 Umta
Umta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Umta is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Umta is about 177 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umta 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 Umta
Where is Umta located?
Umta village is located in Dhoomakot Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umta?
The Gram Panchayat of Umta is Umatta.
What is the pincode of Umta?
The pincode of Umta is 246161.
What is the population of Umta?
Umta had a total population of 76, including 33 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Umta?
Umta had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umta was 78.13%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.