Umalwad
Umalwad is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Umalwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Umalwad unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Umalwad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Umalwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umalwad is 567326. The village spans a total geographical area of 506.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416101. Jaysingpur is nearest town to Umalwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Umalwad
Population of Umalwad
According to the 2011 Census, Umalwad has a total population of about 5,024, with approximately 2,615 males and 2,409 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 572 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,607 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 33. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.87%, with male literacy at about 79.69% and female literacy near 67.54%. There are around 1,061 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Umalwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,024 | 2,615 | 2,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 313 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,607 | 807 | 800 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,711 | 2,084 | 1,627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 531 | 782 |
Connectivity of Umalwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Umalwad. As per the 2011 stats, Umalwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Umalwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Umalwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Umalwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Umalwad
- Where is Umalwad located?
- Umalwad village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Umalwad?
- Umalwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Umalwad?
- The pincode of Umalwad is 416101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Umalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umalwad is 5,024, with 2,615 males and 2,409 females.
- How many households are there in Umalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Umalwad village has a total of 1,061 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Umalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umalwad is 73.87%. The male literacy rate is 79.69%, while the female literacy rate is 67.54%.