Churmura - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Churmura is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Churmura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churmura is 542971. The village covers a total geographical area of 832.73 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Churmura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churmura
As per Census 2011, Churmura village has a total population of 1,886 people, consisting of 973 males and 913 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,143 literate and 743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churmura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,886 | 973 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 151 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,143 | 693 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 280 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Churmura
Churmura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warud Bibi | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Amdapur | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Baldi | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Dindala | North | 3.88 km |
| Sukali (jahagir ) | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Amanpur | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Nageshwadi | West | 5.16 km |
| Amgavhan | South | 5.62 km |
| Piranji | East | 6.24 km |
| Dahagaon | West | 6.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churmura
Public transport in the Churmura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadki Bazar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkhed to Churmura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Churmura is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churmura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churmura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Churmura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churmura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Churmura
Where is Churmura located?
Churmura village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churmura?
Churmura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Churmura?
The pincode of Churmura is 445206.
What is the population of Churmura?
Churmura has a total population of 1,886, including 973 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Churmura?
There are 388 households in Churmura.
What is the literacy rate in Churmura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churmura is 60.60%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 49.29%.