Umriya - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Umriya is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Utawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umriya is 477242. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.6 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Umriya 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 Umriya
According to the 2011 Census, Umriya village had a total population of 1,360 people, including 689 males and 671 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.52%, with male literacy at 66.26% and female literacy at 48.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 324.
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 | 1,360 | 689 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 117 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 166 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 379 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 310 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Umriya
Umriya 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 Umriya
Umriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kasrawad to Umriya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Umriya is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umriya 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 Umriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umriya
Where is Umriya located?
Umriya village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Umriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Umriya is Utawad.
What is the pincode of Umriya?
The pincode of Umriya is 451001.
What is the population of Umriya?
Umriya had a total population of 1,360, including 689 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Umriya?
Umriya had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umriya was 57.52%. Male literacy was 66.26% and female literacy was 48.12%.