Umedpur Village - Barhampur, Buxar
Umedpur is a village situated in the Barhampur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhampur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Gahauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umedpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umedpur is 248002. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.9 hectares and falls under the 802112 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Umedpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umedpur
As per Census 2011, Umedpur village has a total population of 2,407 people, consisting of 1,224 males and 1,183 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,328 literate and 1,079 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umedpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,407 | 1,224 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 242 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 271 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 799 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,079 | 425 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Umedpur
Umedpur 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 Umedpur
Umedpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Umedpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Umedpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Umedpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umedpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umedpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umedpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umedpur 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 Umedpur
Where is Umedpur located?
Umedpur village is located in Barhampur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umedpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Umedpur is Gahauna.
What is the pincode of Umedpur?
The pincode of Umedpur is 802112.
What is the population of Umedpur?
Umedpur has a total population of 2,407, including 1,224 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Umedpur?
There are 382 households in Umedpur.
What is the literacy rate in Umedpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umedpur is 55.17%. Male literacy is 65.28% and female literacy is 44.72%.