Umbarda Bajar - Karanja, Washim
Umbarda Bajar is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Umarda (bajar) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umbarda Bajar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbarda Bajar is 530952. The village covers a total geographical area of 1434.93 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Umbarda Bajar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umbarda Bajar
As per Census 2011, Umbarda Bajar village has a total population of 4,833 people, consisting of 2,433 males and 2,400 females. The village has 1,127 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,676 literate and 1,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umbarda Bajar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,833 | 2,433 | 2,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 278 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 285 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 3,676 | 1,964 | 1,712 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,157 | 469 | 688 |
Nearby Villages of Umbarda Bajar
Umbarda Bajar 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 Umbarda Bajar
Umbarda Bajar 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 Karanja to Umbarda Bajar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Umbarda Bajar is about 85 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 Umbarda Bajar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbarda Bajar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umbarda Bajar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbarda Bajar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Umbarda Bajar
Where is Umbarda Bajar located?
Umbarda Bajar village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umbarda Bajar?
The Gram Panchayat of Umbarda Bajar is Umarda (bajar).
What is the pincode of Umbarda Bajar?
The pincode of Umbarda Bajar is 444105.
What is the population of Umbarda Bajar?
Umbarda Bajar has a total population of 4,833, including 2,433 males and 2,400 females.
How many households are there in Umbarda Bajar?
There are 1,127 households in Umbarda Bajar.
What is the literacy rate in Umbarda Bajar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbarda Bajar is 76.06%. Male literacy is 80.72% and female literacy is 71.33%.