Umarpur - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Umarpur is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Jalka Jagtap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarpur is 533179. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.95 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Umarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Umarpur village had a total population of 129 people, including 68 males and 61 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.99%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 84.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Umarpur
Umarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taroda | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Gavha Farkade | North | 2.74 km |
| Virul Ronghe | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Ashok Nagar | East | 3.26 km |
| Jalka Jagtap | West | 3.80 km |
| Masadi | North | 3.82 km |
| Gunji | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Sayadpur | North | 4.30 km |
| Dhakulgaon | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Amdori | West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umarpur
Umarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dipore, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandur to Umarpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Umarpur is about 46 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 Umarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umarpur
Where is Umarpur located?
Umarpur village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Umarpur is Jalka Jagtap.
What is the pincode of Umarpur?
The pincode of Umarpur is 444904.
What is the population of Umarpur?
Umarpur had a total population of 129, including 68 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Umarpur?
Umarpur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarpur was 86.99%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 84.75%.