Umraj. - Kandhar, Nanded
Umraj. is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Umraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umraj. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umraj. is 545329. The village covers a total geographical area of 1795 hectares and falls under the 431714 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Umraj. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umraj.
As per Census 2011, Umraj. village has a total population of 2,547 people, consisting of 1,301 males and 1,246 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,548 literate and 999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 528 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umraj. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,547 | 1,301 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 249 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 260 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,548 | 913 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 999 | 388 | 611 |
Nearby Villages of Umraj.
Umraj. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patalganga | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Sangamwadi | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Talyachiwadi | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Ghodaj | North | 3.97 km |
| Ganganbid | North | 4.20 km |
| Shekapur | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Anandwadi | South | 4.54 km |
| Bori Kh. | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Nagalgaon | South | 4.89 km |
| Imamwadi | North-East | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umraj.
Public transport in the Umraj. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wanegaon, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| 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 Kandhar to Umraj. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Umraj. is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umraj.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umraj. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umraj.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umraj. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umraj.
Where is Umraj. located?
Umraj. village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umraj.?
The Gram Panchayat of Umraj. is Umraj.
What is the pincode of Umraj.?
The pincode of Umraj. is 431714.
What is the population of Umraj.?
Umraj. has a total population of 2,547, including 1,301 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Umraj.?
There are 529 households in Umraj..
What is the literacy rate in Umraj.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umraj. is 60.78%. Male literacy is 70.18% and female literacy is 50.96%.