Umapur - Biharpur, Surajpur
Umapur is a village situated in the Biharpur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 65 km from Oudgi and around 165 km from Ambikapur. Biharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umapur is 432620. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.26 hectares and falls under the 497231 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Umapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umapur
According to the 2011 Census, Umapur village had a total population of 273 people, including 137 males and 136 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.58%, with male literacy at 76.24% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 77 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 60 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Umapur
Umapur 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 Umapur
Umapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wadrafnagar to Umapur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Umapur is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umapur 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 Umapur
Where is Umapur located?
Umapur village is located in Biharpur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Umapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Umapur is Biharpur.
What is the pincode of Umapur?
The pincode of Umapur is 497231.
What is the population of Umapur?
Umapur had a total population of 273, including 137 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Umapur?
Umapur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umapur was 61.58%. Male literacy was 76.24% and female literacy was 47.06%.