Umbarkhed - Deolgaon Raja, Buldhana
Umbarkhed is a village situated in the Deolgaon Raja tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Deolgaon Raja and around 80 km from Buldana. Umbarkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbarkhed is 529376. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.16 hectares and falls under the 443204 pincode. Deulgaon Raja is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Umbarkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umbarkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Umbarkhed village had a total population of 1,459 people, including 772 males and 687 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 92.46% and female literacy at 66.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255.
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 | 1,459 | 772 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 109 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 613 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 159 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Umbarkhed
Umbarkhed 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 Umbarkhed
Umbarkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Deulgaon Raja to Umbarkhed is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Umbarkhed is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbarkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbarkhed 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Umbarkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbarkhed 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umbarkhed
Where is Umbarkhed located?
Umbarkhed village is located in Deolgaon Raja Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbarkhed?
Umbarkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umbarkhed?
The pincode of Umbarkhed is 443204.
What is the population of Umbarkhed?
Umbarkhed had a total population of 1,459, including 772 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Umbarkhed?
Umbarkhed had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umbarkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbarkhed was 80.00%. Male literacy was 92.46% and female literacy was 66.50%.