Umardad - Jawar, Sehore
Umardad is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Umardad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umardad is 483150. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.48 hectares and falls under the 466221 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Umardad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umardad
As per Census 2011, Umardad village has a total population of 1,291 people, consisting of 661 males and 630 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umardad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 661 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 139 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 240 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 421 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Umardad
Umardad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhajhanpura | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Samriboda | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Siddiqueganj | East | 2.94 km |
| Nanjipura | North | 3.05 km |
| Barkhedi (siddiqueganj) | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Harjipura | South | 3.25 km |
| Katla | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Dhurada Kalan | West | 4.15 km |
| Pamakhedi | South | 4.46 km |
| Nimawara | North-West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umardad
Umardad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Berchha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| 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 Ashta to Umardad is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Umardad is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umardad
Where is Umardad located?
Umardad village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umardad?
Umardad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umardad?
The pincode of Umardad is 466221.
What is the population of Umardad?
Umardad has a total population of 1,291, including 661 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Umardad?
There are 281 households in Umardad.
What is the literacy rate in Umardad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umardad is 30.05%. Male literacy is 36.31% and female literacy is 23.49%.