Umar - Mahanga, Cuttack
Umar is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Umar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umar is 399605. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Umar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umar
As per Census 2011, Umar village has a total population of 2,418 people, consisting of 1,265 males and 1,153 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,910 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,418 | 1,265 | 1,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 128 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 332 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,910 | 1,061 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 204 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Umar
Umar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaluria | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Ostapur | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Badagotha | North | 1.96 km |
| Gotara | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Apilo | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Chakarpur | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Bhaunria | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Praharajapur | South | 2.36 km |
| Bainchua | North | 2.82 km |
| Dihigop | North-East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umar
Public transport in the Umar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Umar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Umar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umar
Where is Umar located?
Umar village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umar?
Umar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umar?
The pincode of Umar is 754207.
What is the population of Umar?
Umar has a total population of 2,418, including 1,265 males and 1,153 females.
How many households are there in Umar?
There are 539 households in Umar.
What is the literacy rate in Umar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umar is 78.99%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 73.63%.