Umarda - Kotma, Anuppur
Umarda is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotma and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Umarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarda is 501749. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 484440 pincode. Bijuri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Umarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarda
As per Census 2011, Umarda village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 172 males and 183 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 172 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 109 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 63 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Umarda
Umarda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarsili | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Majhauli | North | 2.11 km |
| Pakriha | East | 3.55 km |
| Chhatai | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Chandrauthi | East | 3.72 km |
| Gulidand | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Kothi | South | 4.07 km |
| Bhuila | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Pachkhura | West | 5.01 km |
| Kyontar | South-East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umarda
Umarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bijuri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijuri to Umarda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Umarda 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 Umarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarda 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 Umarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umarda
Where is Umarda located?
Umarda village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarda?
Umarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarda?
The pincode of Umarda is 484440.
What is the population of Umarda?
Umarda has a total population of 355, including 172 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Umarda?
There are 88 households in Umarda.
What is the literacy rate in Umarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarda is 54.65%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 46.45%.