Umariya - Sonkatch, Dewas
Umariya is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Chandakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umariya is 473490. The village covers a total geographical area of 348 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 30 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 539 people, consisting of 277 males and 262 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 277 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 184 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 93 | 154 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sonkatch to Umariya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Umariya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umariya
Where is Umariya located?
Umariya village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Umariya is Chandakhedi.
What is the pincode of Umariya?
The pincode of Umariya is 455223.
What is the population of Umariya?
Umariya has a total population of 539, including 277 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Umariya?
There are 88 households in Umariya.
What is the literacy rate in Umariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umariya is 54.17%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 41.22%.