Umednagar - Lala, Hailakandi
Umednagar is a village situated in the Lala subdivision of Hailakandi district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lala and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Hailakandi. Umednagar Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umednagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umednagar is 301088. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.69 hectares and falls under the 788163 pincode. Lala is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Umednagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hailakandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karimganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umednagar
As per Census 2011, Umednagar village has a total population of 859 people, consisting of 440 males and 419 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 751 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umednagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 859 | 440 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 751 | 395 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 45 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Umednagar
Umednagar 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 Umednagar
Umednagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Umednagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lala to Umednagar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hailakandi to Umednagar is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umednagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umednagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umednagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umednagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umednagar
Where is Umednagar located?
Umednagar village is located in Lala Subdivision, Hailakandi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umednagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Umednagar is Umednagar Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Umednagar?
The pincode of Umednagar is 788163.
What is the population of Umednagar?
Umednagar has a total population of 859, including 440 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Umednagar?
There are 186 households in Umednagar.
What is the literacy rate in Umednagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umednagar is 87.43%. Male literacy is 89.77% and female literacy is 84.96%.