Umardad - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Umardad is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kalyakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umardad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umardad is 477458. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Umardad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umardad
As per Census 2011, Umardad village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 316 males and 308 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umardad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 316 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 624 | 316 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 158 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 158 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Umardad
Umardad 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 Umardad
Umardad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhikangaon to Umardad is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Umardad is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umardad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umardad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umardad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umardad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umardad
Where is Umardad located?
Umardad village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umardad?
The Gram Panchayat of Umardad is Kalyakhedi.
What is the pincode of Umardad?
The pincode of Umardad is 451332.
What is the population of Umardad?
Umardad has a total population of 624, including 316 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Umardad?
There are 114 households in Umardad.
What is the literacy rate in Umardad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umardad is 40.71%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 31.17%.