Umbare (Velapur) - Malshiras, Solapur
Umbare (Velapur) is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Umbare (Velapur) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbare (Velapur) is 562477. The village covers a total geographical area of 1250 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Umbare (Velapur) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umbare (Velapur)
As per Census 2011, Umbare (Velapur) village has a total population of 2,955 people, consisting of 1,546 males and 1,409 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,864 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umbare (Velapur) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,955 | 1,546 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 218 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,864 | 1,079 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 467 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Umbare (Velapur)
Umbare (Velapur) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondharpatta | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Neware | South | 2.91 km |
| Umbare | North | 3.19 km |
| Karole | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Sangavi | East | 4.19 km |
| Nandore | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Mire | West | 4.65 km |
| Badalkot | East | 5.28 km |
| Kanhapuri | North | 5.67 km |
| Pehe | South-East | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umbare (Velapur)
Public transport in the Umbare (Velapur) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ashti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| 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 Pandharpur to Umbare (Velapur) is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Umbare (Velapur) is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbare (Velapur)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbare (Velapur) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umbare (Velapur)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbare (Velapur) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umbare (Velapur)
Where is Umbare (Velapur) located?
Umbare (Velapur) village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbare (Velapur)?
Umbare (Velapur) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umbare (Velapur)?
The pincode of Umbare (Velapur) is 413113.
What is the population of Umbare (Velapur)?
Umbare (Velapur) has a total population of 2,955, including 1,546 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Umbare (Velapur)?
There are 618 households in Umbare (Velapur).
What is the literacy rate in Umbare (Velapur)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbare (Velapur) is 63.08%. Male literacy is 69.79% and female literacy is 55.71%.