Umjhar
Umjhar is a village located in Baikunthpur tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from Baikunthpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Umjhar village. As per 2009 stats, Umjhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Umjhar unique in its vibrant Baikunthpur-Koriya region. You’ll see Umjhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Umjhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umjhar is 431381. The village spans a total geographical area of 255 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497335. Shivpur-charcha is nearest town to Umjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Umjhar
Population of Umjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Umjhar has a total population of about 745, with approximately 353 males and 392 females. The sex ratio is around 1110 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 170. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.50%, with male literacy at about 79.32% and female literacy near 53.06%. There are around 204 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Umjhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 745 | 353 | 392 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 49 | 58 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
Literate Population | 488 | 280 | 208 |
Illiterate Population | 257 | 73 | 184 |
Connectivity of Umjhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Umjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Umjhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Umjhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Umjhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Umjhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Umjhar
- Where is Umjhar located?
- Umjhar village is situated in Baikunthpur Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Umjhar?
- Umjhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Umjhar?
- The pincode of Umjhar is 497335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Umjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umjhar is 745, with 353 males and 392 females.
- How many households are there in Umjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Umjhar village has a total of 204 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Umjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umjhar is 65.50%. The male literacy rate is 79.32%, while the female literacy rate is 53.06%.