Umbarde - Pen, Raigad
Umbarde is a village situated in the Pen tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from Pen and around 30 km from Alibag. Umbarde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbarde is 553839. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 402107 pincode. Pen is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Umbarde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pen Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umbarde
As per Census 2011, Umbarde village has a total population of 2,239 people, consisting of 1,138 males and 1,101 females. The village has 550 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,634 literate and 605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umbarde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,239 | 1,138 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 114 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 908 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 230 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Umbarde
Umbarde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uchede | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Dhondpada | West | 1.61 km |
| Kandlepada | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Patnoli | North | 1.88 km |
| Koproli | North | 2.51 km |
| Rode | South | 2.66 km |
| Kashmire | South | 2.67 km |
| Antore | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Odhangi | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Shinganvat | West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umbarde
Umbarde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pen, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pen to Umbarde is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Umbarde is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbarde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbarde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umbarde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbarde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umbarde
Where is Umbarde located?
Umbarde village is located in Pen Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbarde?
Umbarde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umbarde?
The pincode of Umbarde is 402107.
What is the population of Umbarde?
Umbarde has a total population of 2,239, including 1,138 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Umbarde?
There are 550 households in Umbarde.
What is the literacy rate in Umbarde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbarde is 72.98%. Male literacy is 79.79% and female literacy is 65.94%.