Umki - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Umki is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Amodhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umki is 448013. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.03 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Kanker is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Umki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umki
According to the 2011 Census, Umki village had a total population of 98 people, including 46 males and 52 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.50%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 57.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 18 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Umki
Umki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aamakot | South | 1.78 km |
| Botechang | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Sonekanhar | East | 2.13 km |
| Dhutapipli | West | 2.21 km |
| Bagwahi | North | 2.56 km |
| Tumarikuhi | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Laman | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Pandripani | East | 4.08 km |
| Bikramganj | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Ghotia | North | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umki
Public transport in the Umki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanker to Umki is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umki 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Umki
Where is Umki located?
Umki village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umki?
The Gram Panchayat of Umki is Amodhi.
What is the pincode of Umki?
The pincode of Umki is 494665.
What is the population of Umki?
Umki had a total population of 98, including 46 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Umki?
Umki had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umki was 67.50%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 57.78%.