Saraswahi (Umariya) - Shahpura, Dindori
Saraswahi (Umariya) is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Mohani Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraswahi (Umariya) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraswahi (Umariya) is 491680. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.33 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Saraswahi (Umariya) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saraswahi (Umariya)
According to the 2011 Census, Saraswahi (Umariya) village had a total population of 496 people, including 262 males and 234 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.38%, with male literacy at 63.93% and female literacy at 38.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 301.
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 | 496 | 262 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 43 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 160 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 140 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 122 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Saraswahi (Umariya)
Saraswahi (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 Saraswahi (Umariya)
Saraswahi (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 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 Shahpura to Saraswahi (Umariya) is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Saraswahi (Umariya) is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraswahi (Umariya)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraswahi (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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saraswahi (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 Saraswahi (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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saraswahi (Umariya)
Where is Saraswahi (Umariya) located?
Saraswahi (Umariya) village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saraswahi (Umariya)?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraswahi (Umariya) is Mohani Mal.
What is the pincode of Saraswahi (Umariya)?
The pincode of Saraswahi (Umariya) is 481990.
What is the population of Saraswahi (Umariya)?
Saraswahi (Umariya) had a total population of 496, including 262 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Saraswahi (Umariya)?
Saraswahi (Umariya) had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraswahi (Umariya)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraswahi (Umariya) was 51.38%. Male literacy was 63.93% and female literacy was 38.60%.