Umariya - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Umariya is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Umriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umariya is 477391. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.27 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Umariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umariya
As per Census 2011, Umariya village has a total population of 1,806 people, consisting of 933 males and 873 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 838 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 355 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,806 | 933 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 137 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 181 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 604 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 329 | 509 |
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
Public transport in the Umariya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Umariya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Umariya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 >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 Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Umariya is Umriya.
What is the pincode of Umariya?
The pincode of Umariya is 451556.
What is the population of Umariya?
Umariya has a total population of 1,806, including 933 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Umariya?
There are 352 households in Umariya.
What is the literacy rate in Umariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umariya is 53.60%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 41.70%.