Umgaon - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Umgaon is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 161 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Umgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umgaon is 568199. The village covers a total geographical area of 1921 hectares and falls under the 416509 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Umgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umgaon
As per Census 2011, Umgaon village has a total population of 1,501 people, consisting of 749 males and 752 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 846 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,501 | 749 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 92 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 85 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 493 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 256 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Umgaon
Umgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambare | West | 2.62 km |
| Nhaveli | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Nagave | East | 3.60 km |
| Kokare | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Khamdale | East | 4.69 km |
| Gudavale Khalsa | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Pilani | North-West | 5.13 km |
| Waghotre | South | 5.27 km |
| Adure | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Here | East | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umgaon
Umgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belgaum(karnataka) to Umgaon is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Umgaon is about 161 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umgaon
Where is Umgaon located?
Umgaon village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umgaon?
Umgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umgaon?
The pincode of Umgaon is 416509.
What is the population of Umgaon?
Umgaon has a total population of 1,501, including 749 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Umgaon?
There are 286 households in Umgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Umgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umgaon is 56.36%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 46.94%.