Umuri - Jeypore, Koraput
Umuri is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Umuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umuri is 429049. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Umuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umuri
As per Census 2011, Umuri village has a total population of 3,141 people, consisting of 1,519 males and 1,622 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 491 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,598 literate and 1,543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 964 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,412 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,141 | 1,519 | 1,622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 230 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 964 | 464 | 500 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,412 | 681 | 731 |
| Literate Population | 1,598 | 943 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,543 | 576 | 967 |
Nearby Villages of Umuri
Umuri 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 Umuri
Umuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Umuri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Umuri is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Umuri is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umuri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umuri
Where is Umuri located?
Umuri village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umuri?
Umuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umuri?
The pincode of Umuri is 764002.
What is the population of Umuri?
Umuri has a total population of 3,141, including 1,519 males and 1,622 females.
How many households are there in Umuri?
There are 685 households in Umuri.
What is the literacy rate in Umuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umuri is 50.88%. Male literacy is 62.08% and female literacy is 40.38%.