Shambhu Umarga - Udgir, Latur
Shambhu Umarga is a village situated in the Udgir tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udgir and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Sambhu Umarga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shambhu Umarga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shambhu Umarga is 560993. The village covers a total geographical area of 1556 hectares and falls under the 413517 pincode. Udgir is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Shambhu Umarga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shambhu Umarga
As per Census 2011, Shambhu Umarga village has a total population of 1,867 people, consisting of 960 males and 907 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shambhu Umarga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,867 | 960 | 907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 261 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 731 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 229 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Shambhu Umarga
Shambhu Umarga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahadevwadi | East | 2.45 km |
| Daithana | West | 2.75 km |
| Karwandi | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Shend (daithana) | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Satala Bk | North | 3.45 km |
| Sumthana | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Tipral | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Gangapur | East | 4.79 km |
| Waigaon | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Sayyadpur | South | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shambhu Umarga
Shambhu Umarga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Her, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udgir to Shambhu Umarga is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Shambhu Umarga 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 Shambhu Umarga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shambhu Umarga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shambhu Umarga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shambhu Umarga 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shambhu Umarga
Where is Shambhu Umarga located?
Shambhu Umarga village is located in Udgir Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shambhu Umarga?
The Gram Panchayat of Shambhu Umarga is Sambhu Umarga.
What is the pincode of Shambhu Umarga?
The pincode of Shambhu Umarga is 413517.
What is the population of Shambhu Umarga?
Shambhu Umarga has a total population of 1,867, including 960 males and 907 females.
How many households are there in Shambhu Umarga?
There are 434 households in Shambhu Umarga.
What is the literacy rate in Shambhu Umarga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shambhu Umarga is 70.92%. Male literacy is 76.15% and female literacy is 65.38%.