Umarda Village - Thikri, Barwani
Umarda is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Umarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarda is 478242. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.42 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarda
As per Census 2011, Umarda village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 317 males and 332 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 317 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 53 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 168 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 149 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Umarda
Umarda 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 Umarda
Umarda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anjad to Umarda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Umarda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umarda
Where is Umarda located?
Umarda village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani 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 451660.
What is the population of Umarda?
Umarda has a total population of 649, including 317 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Umarda?
There are 140 households in Umarda.
What is the literacy rate in Umarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarda is 47.30%. Male literacy is 53.00% and female literacy is 41.87%.