Umariya - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Umariya is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Umariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umariya is 493886. The village covers a total geographical area of 460 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Umariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umariya
As per Census 2011, Umariya village has a total population of 1,488 people, consisting of 777 males and 711 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 748 illiterate residents. Additionally, 837 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 614 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,488 | 777 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 127 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 837 | 430 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 614 | 325 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 443 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 334 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Umariya
Umariya 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 Umariya
Public transport in the Umariya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarwara to Umariya is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Umariya is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umariya
Where is Umariya located?
Umariya village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umariya?
Umariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umariya?
The pincode of Umariya is 480221.
What is the population of Umariya?
Umariya has a total population of 1,488, including 777 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Umariya?
There are 316 households in Umariya.
What is the literacy rate in Umariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umariya is 49.73%. Male literacy is 57.01% and female literacy is 41.77%.