Umarath Kh. - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Umarath Kh. is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Umrath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umarath Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarath Kh. is 565436. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.81 hectares and falls under the 415728 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Umarath Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarath Kh.
As per Census 2011, Umarath Kh. village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 97 males and 169 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,742 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 112 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarath Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 97 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 20 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Umarath Kh.
Umarath Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muslondi | South | 1.33 km |
| Umarath | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Hedavi | West | 1.85 km |
| Vaghambe | East | 1.88 km |
| Sakhariagar | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Naravan | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Karde | South | 2.99 km |
| Wadadai | North | 3.16 km |
| Velaneshwar | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Chindrawale | East | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umarath Kh.
Umarath Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savarda, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chiplun to Umarath Kh. is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Umarath Kh. is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umarath Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarath Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umarath Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarath Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umarath Kh.
Where is Umarath Kh. located?
Umarath Kh. village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarath Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Umarath Kh. is Umrath.
What is the pincode of Umarath Kh.?
The pincode of Umarath Kh. is 415728.
What is the population of Umarath Kh.?
Umarath Kh. has a total population of 266, including 97 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Umarath Kh.?
There are 98 households in Umarath Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Umarath Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarath Kh. is 57.89%. Male literacy is 79.38% and female literacy is 45.56%.