Umarda - Shirpur, Dhule
Umarda is a village situated in the Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Umarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarda is 525956. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.95 hectares and falls under the 425428 pincode. Shirpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Umarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umarda
As per Census 2011, Umarda village has a total population of 3,261 people, consisting of 1,615 males and 1,646 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,351 literate and 1,910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,202 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,261 | 1,615 | 1,646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 323 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,202 | 1,585 | 1,617 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 755 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,910 | 860 | 1,050 |
Nearby Villages of Umarda
Umarda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagapur | South | 2.29 km |
| Pilkheda | East | 2.86 km |
| Kamathwada | West | 3.45 km |
| Wahitkhed | West | 3.50 km |
| Yevta | North | 3.67 km |
| Pimpri Warghat | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Somthana | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Inza | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Raperi | South | 4.00 km |
| Ganeshpur | North | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umarda
Umarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shirpur to Umarda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Umarda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umarda
Where is Umarda located?
Umarda village is located in Shirpur Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarda?
Umarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umarda?
The pincode of Umarda is 425428.
What is the population of Umarda?
Umarda has a total population of 3,261, including 1,615 males and 1,646 females.
How many households are there in Umarda?
There are 539 households in Umarda.
What is the literacy rate in Umarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarda is 41.43%. Male literacy is 46.75% and female literacy is 36.21%.