Umaj
Umaj is a village located in Nandurbar tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Nandurbar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Umaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Umaj has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Umaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umaj is 525759. The village spans a total geographical area of 763 hectares. Nandurbar is nearest town to Umaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Umaj village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Umaj
Population of Umaj
Below is a concise population overview of Umaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,892 | 915 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 79 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,860 | 898 | 962 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 641 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 274 | 419 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Umaj village:
- The total population of Umaj village is around 1,892, including approximately 915 males and 977 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Umaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Umaj village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,860 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Umaj village is about 63.37%, with male literacy at 70.05% and female literacy at 57.11%.
- There are around 334 households in Umaj village.
Connectivity of Umaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Umaj. As per the 2011 stats, Umaj 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Umaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Umaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Umaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Umaj
- Where is Umaj located?
- Umaj village is situated in Nandurbar Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Umaj?
- Umaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Umaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umaj is 1,892, with 915 males and 977 females.
- How many households are there in Umaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Umaj village has a total of 334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Umaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umaj is 63.37%. The male literacy rate is 70.05%, while the female literacy rate is 57.11%.