Umbarkheda - Jawhar, Palghar
Umbarkheda is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from Jawhar and around 23 km from Thane. Sakharshet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umbarkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbarkheda is 551865. The village covers a total geographical area of 507 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Umbarkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umbarkheda
As per Census 2011, Umbarkheda village has a total population of 1,025 people, consisting of 513 males and 512 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,023 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umbarkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,025 | 513 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 90 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,023 | 513 | 510 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 283 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 230 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Umbarkheda
Umbarkheda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Umbarkheda
Public transport in the Umbarkheda is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Jawhar to Umbarkheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Umbarkheda is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbarkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbarkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umbarkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbarkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umbarkheda
Where is Umbarkheda located?
Umbarkheda village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbarkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Umbarkheda is Sakharshet.
What is the pincode of Umbarkheda?
The pincode of Umbarkheda is 401603.
What is the population of Umbarkheda?
Umbarkheda has a total population of 1,025, including 513 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Umbarkheda?
There are 245 households in Umbarkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Umbarkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbarkheda is 48.49%. Male literacy is 55.17% and female literacy is 41.80%.