Garh Umariya - Pusour, Raigarh
Garh Umariya is a village situated in the Pusour tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusaur and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Garhumariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh Umariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh Umariya is 435008. The village covers a total geographical area of 943.17 hectares and falls under the 496001 pincode. Raigarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Garh Umariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raigarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garh Umariya
As per Census 2011, Garh Umariya village has a total population of 4,206 people, consisting of 2,127 males and 2,079 females. The village has 972 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,643 literate and 1,563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 977 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh Umariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,206 | 2,127 | 2,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 284 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 977 | 476 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,123 | 558 | 565 |
| Literate Population | 2,643 | 1,500 | 1,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,563 | 627 | 936 |
Nearby Villages of Garh Umariya
Garh Umariya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatamura | West | 2.01 km |
| Amalipali | South | 2.14 km |
| Darramuda | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Gudgahan | East | 2.33 km |
| Keshala | South | 2.83 km |
| Sahadeopali | West | 3.13 km |
| Amapali | South | 3.25 km |
| Dumarpali | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Nawapali | East | 3.53 km |
| Dumarmuda | South-East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh Umariya
Garh Umariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raigarh, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raigarh to Garh Umariya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh Umariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh Umariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garh Umariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh Umariya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garh Umariya
Where is Garh Umariya located?
Garh Umariya village is located in Pusour Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh Umariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh Umariya is Garhumariya.
What is the pincode of Garh Umariya?
The pincode of Garh Umariya is 496001.
What is the population of Garh Umariya?
Garh Umariya has a total population of 4,206, including 2,127 males and 2,079 females.
How many households are there in Garh Umariya?
There are 972 households in Garh Umariya.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Umariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Umariya is 62.84%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 54.98%.