Umbarge - Barshi, Solapur
Umbarge is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Umbarge village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbarge is 562018. The village covers a total geographical area of 969 hectares and falls under the 413409 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Umbarge village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umbarge
As per Census 2011, Umbarge village has a total population of 1,650 people, consisting of 872 males and 778 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,114 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umbarge are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,650 | 872 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 111 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 146 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 655 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 217 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Umbarge
Umbarge 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 Umbarge
Umbarge is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Barshi to Umbarge is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Umbarge is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbarge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbarge village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umbarge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbarge village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umbarge
Where is Umbarge located?
Umbarge village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbarge?
Umbarge is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umbarge?
The pincode of Umbarge is 413409.
What is the population of Umbarge?
Umbarge has a total population of 1,650, including 872 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Umbarge?
There are 343 households in Umbarge.
What is the literacy rate in Umbarge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbarge is 67.52%. Male literacy is 75.11% and female literacy is 59.00%.