Umargohan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Umargohan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Pondki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umargohan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umargohan is 502293. The village covers a total geographical area of 871.04 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Umargohan 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 Umargohan
As per Census 2011, Umargohan village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 205 males and 220 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umargohan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 205 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 176 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 128 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 77 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Umargohan
Umargohan 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 Umargohan
Umargohan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Amarkantak to Umargohan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Umargohan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umargohan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umargohan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umargohan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umargohan 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 Umargohan
Where is Umargohan located?
Umargohan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umargohan?
The Gram Panchayat of Umargohan is Pondki.
What is the pincode of Umargohan?
The pincode of Umargohan is 484881.
What is the population of Umargohan?
Umargohan has a total population of 425, including 205 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Umargohan?
There are 114 households in Umargohan.
What is the literacy rate in Umargohan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umargohan is 52.47%. Male literacy is 62.44% and female literacy is 43.18%.