Umachiya - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Umachiya is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Umchiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umachiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umachiya is 049112. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.78 hectares and falls under the 262544 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Umachiya 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 Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umachiya
According to the 2011 Census, Umachiya village had a total population of 422 people, including 222 males and 200 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.69%, with male literacy at 92.71% and female literacy at 79.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 422 | 222 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 178 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 44 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Umachiya
Umachiya 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 Umachiya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Umachiya.
| 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 Dharchula to Umachiya is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Umachiya is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umachiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umachiya 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 Umachiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umachiya 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 Umachiya
Where is Umachiya located?
Umachiya village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Umachiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Umachiya is Umchiya.
What is the pincode of Umachiya?
The pincode of Umachiya is 262544.
What is the population of Umachiya?
Umachiya had a total population of 422, including 222 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Umachiya?
Umachiya had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umachiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umachiya was 86.69%. Male literacy was 92.71% and female literacy was 79.50%.