Umariya - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Umariya is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Moya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umariya is 495405. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.89 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Umariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umariya
According to the 2011 Census, Umariya village had a total population of 627 people, including 326 males and 301 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.51%, with male literacy at 85.17% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 326 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 247 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 79 | 106 |
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
Umariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Umariya is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umariya
Where is Umariya located?
Umariya village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Umariya is Moya.
What is the pincode of Umariya?
The pincode of Umariya is 480111.
What is the population of Umariya?
Umariya had a total population of 627, including 326 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Umariya?
Umariya had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umariya was 78.51%. Male literacy was 85.17% and female literacy was 71.43%.