Umeshwarpur Village - Premnagar, Surajpur
Umeshwarpur is a village situated in the Premnagar tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Premnagar and around 70 km from Ambikapur. Umeshwarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umeshwarpur is 432896. The village covers a total geographical area of 992.68 hectares and falls under the 497333 pincode. Premnagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Umeshwarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umeshwarpur
As per Census 2011, Umeshwarpur village has a total population of 2,279 people, consisting of 1,152 males and 1,127 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 1,386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,858 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umeshwarpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,279 | 1,152 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 249 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,858 | 936 | 922 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 507 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,386 | 645 | 741 |
Nearby Villages of Umeshwarpur
Umeshwarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarkeshwarpur | West | 2.33 km |
| Parwatipur | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Shyampur | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Jaipur | South | 3.93 km |
| Kotal | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Saraswatipur | East | 4.55 km |
| Anantpur | West | 4.92 km |
| Durgapur | North-East | 5.43 km |
| Bakalo | South-West | 5.70 km |
| Brandawan | South | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umeshwarpur
Umeshwarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bishrampur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Premnagar to Umeshwarpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Umeshwarpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umeshwarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umeshwarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umeshwarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umeshwarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umeshwarpur
Where is Umeshwarpur located?
Umeshwarpur village is located in Premnagar Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umeshwarpur?
Umeshwarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umeshwarpur?
The pincode of Umeshwarpur is 497333.
What is the population of Umeshwarpur?
Umeshwarpur has a total population of 2,279, including 1,152 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Umeshwarpur?
There are 498 households in Umeshwarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Umeshwarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umeshwarpur is 39.18%. Male literacy is 44.01% and female literacy is 34.25%.