Umbarde - Vaibhavvadi, Sindhudurg
Umbarde is a village situated in the Vaibhavvadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaibhavvadi and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Umbarde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbarde is 566359. The village covers a total geographical area of 751 hectares and falls under the 416813 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 37 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 Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umbarde
As per Census 2011, Umbarde village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 454 males and 504 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 1,110 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 668 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umbarde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 454 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 59 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 341 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 113 | 177 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Digashi | West | 2.13 km |
| Napane | South | 2.72 km |
| Mehbubnagar | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Kusur | East | 2.84 km |
| Bhusarwadi | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Kumbharwadi | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Sherpe | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Pimpalwadi | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Kolape | North | 3.66 km |
| Khambalwadi | South | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umbarde
Umbarde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Umbarde is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Umbarde is about 61 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 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vaibhavvadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg 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 416813.
What is the population of Umbarde?
Umbarde has a total population of 958, including 454 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Umbarde?
There are 277 households in Umbarde.
What is the literacy rate in Umbarde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbarde is 69.73%. Male literacy is 75.11% and female literacy is 64.88%.