Umari - Pauni, Bhandara
Umari is a village situated in the Pauni tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pauni and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Umari village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umari is 537357. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.16 hectares and falls under the 441903 pincode. Pauni is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Umari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umari
According to the 2011 Census, Umari village had a total population of 829 people, including 426 males and 403 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.03%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 71.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 829 | 426 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 63 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 330 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 96 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Umari
Umari 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 Umari
Public transport in the Umari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauni to Umari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Umari is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umari
Where is Umari located?
Umari village is located in Pauni Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Umari?
Umari is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umari?
The pincode of Umari is 441903.
What is the population of Umari?
Umari had a total population of 829, including 426 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Umari?
Umari had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umari was 80.03%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 71.26%.