Ummathur - Chamarajanagar
Ummathur is a village situated in the Chamarajanagar taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from Chamarajanagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Umatturu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ummathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ummathur is 619611. The village covers a total geographical area of 2101.78 hectares and falls under the 571316 pincode. Yelandur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ummathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kollegal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ummathur
As per Census 2011, Ummathur village has a total population of 5,505 people, consisting of 2,717 males and 2,788 females. The village has 1,379 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,835 literate and 2,670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 804 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ummathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,505 | 2,717 | 2,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 290 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,124 | 575 | 549 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 804 | 387 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 2,835 | 1,548 | 1,287 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,670 | 1,169 | 1,501 |
Nearby Villages of Ummathur
Ummathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paduvala Agrahara | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Mudala Agrahara | East | 3.16 km |
| Dasanooru | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Demahalli | East | 3.96 km |
| Bagali | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Doddahomma | South | 4.50 km |
| Hanumanapura | West | 4.57 km |
| Jannur | North | 4.67 km |
| Kuderu | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Ramasettipura | South-West | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ummathur
Ummathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badanaguppe, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Yelandur to Ummathur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Ummathur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ummathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ummathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ummathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ummathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ummathur
Where is Ummathur located?
Ummathur village is located in Chamarajanagar Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ummathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ummathur is Umatturu.
What is the pincode of Ummathur?
The pincode of Ummathur is 571316.
What is the population of Ummathur?
Ummathur has a total population of 5,505, including 2,717 males and 2,788 females.
How many households are there in Ummathur?
There are 1,379 households in Ummathur.
What is the literacy rate in Ummathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ummathur is 51.50%. Male literacy is 56.97% and female literacy is 46.16%.