Umarda - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Umarda is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Umarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarda is 506132. The village covers a total geographical area of 1049.24 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarda
As per Census 2011, Umarda village has a total population of 1,245 people, consisting of 648 males and 597 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 587 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 616 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,245 | 648 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 106 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 328 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 400 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 248 | 339 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khandwa to Umarda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Umarda is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) 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 450001.
What is the population of Umarda?
Umarda has a total population of 1,245, including 648 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Umarda?
There are 273 households in Umarda.
What is the literacy rate in Umarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarda is 52.85%. Male literacy is 61.73% and female literacy is 43.22%.