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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Umbarge village had a total population of 1,650 people, including 872 males and 778 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.09%, with male literacy at 86.07% and female literacy at 67.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Umbarge?
Umbarge is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umbarge?
The pincode of Umbarge is 413409.
What is the population of Umbarge?
Umbarge had a total population of 1,650, including 872 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Umbarge?
Umbarge had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umbarge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbarge was 77.09%. Male literacy was 86.07% and female literacy was 67.11%.