Umbargaon - Pandharpur, Solapur
Umbargaon is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Umbargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbargaon is 562353. The village covers a total geographical area of 933 hectares and falls under the 413317 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Umbargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umbargaon
As per Census 2011, Umbargaon village has a total population of 1,945 people, consisting of 1,021 males and 924 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umbargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,945 | 1,021 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 133 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 330 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 711 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 310 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Umbargaon
Umbargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirbavi | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Bohali | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Tisangi | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Sonke | West | 4.34 km |
| Metakarwadi | South | 4.92 km |
| Khardi | East | 5.05 km |
| Korty | North-East | 6.92 km |
| Sangewadi | South-East | 7.03 km |
| Devkatewadi | South | 7.10 km |
| Haldahivadi | South-West | 7.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umbargaon
Umbargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 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 Pandharpur to Umbargaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Umbargaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umbargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umbargaon
Where is Umbargaon located?
Umbargaon village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbargaon?
Umbargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umbargaon?
The pincode of Umbargaon is 413317.
What is the population of Umbargaon?
Umbargaon has a total population of 1,945, including 1,021 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Umbargaon?
There are 368 households in Umbargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Umbargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbargaon is 60.72%. Male literacy is 69.64% and female literacy is 50.87%.