Umarzari - Sakoli, Bhandara
Umarzari is a village situated in the Sakoli tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakoli and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Umarzari village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarzari is 537075. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.85 hectares and falls under the 441802 pincode. Tirora is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Umarzari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umarzari
According to the 2011 Census, Umarzari village had a total population of 876 people, including 437 males and 439 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.13%, with male literacy at 90.38% and female literacy at 68.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 876 | 437 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 96 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 110 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 357 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 80 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Umarzari
Umarzari 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 Umarzari
Umarzari 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 | 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 Tirora to Umarzari is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Umarzari is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarzari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarzari 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 Umarzari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarzari 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 Umarzari
Where is Umarzari located?
Umarzari village is located in Sakoli Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Umarzari?
Umarzari is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarzari?
The pincode of Umarzari is 441802.
What is the population of Umarzari?
Umarzari had a total population of 876, including 437 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Umarzari?
Umarzari had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umarzari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarzari was 79.13%. Male literacy was 90.38% and female literacy was 68.15%.