Umrad - Karmala, Solapur
Umrad is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Umrad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umrad is 561854. The village covers a total geographical area of 2566 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Umrad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umrad
As per Census 2011, Umrad village has a total population of 3,492 people, consisting of 1,829 males and 1,663 females. The village has 751 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,083 literate and 1,409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 358 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umrad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,492 | 1,829 | 1,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 236 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 189 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,083 | 1,228 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,409 | 601 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Umrad
Umrad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anjandoh | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Ritewadi | West | 4.06 km |
| Undargaon | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Pondhvadi | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Kedgaon | South | 5.24 km |
| Pophalaj | South-East | 5.67 km |
| Sogaon | South-West | 5.70 km |
| Vihal | North | 6.04 km |
| Zare | East | 6.51 km |
| Rajuri | West | 7.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umrad
Umrad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Umrad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Umrad is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umrad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umrad 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 Umrad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umrad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umrad
Where is Umrad located?
Umrad village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umrad?
Umrad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umrad?
The pincode of Umrad is 413202.
What is the population of Umrad?
Umrad has a total population of 3,492, including 1,829 males and 1,663 females.
How many households are there in Umrad?
There are 751 households in Umrad.
What is the literacy rate in Umrad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umrad is 59.65%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 51.41%.