Urumulu - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Urumulu is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Araku Valley and around 136 km from Visakhapatnam. Iragai serves as the Grama Panchayat for Urumulu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urumulu is 583980. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 136 km away.
Urumulu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urumulu
According to the 2011 Census, Urumulu village had a total population of 219 people, including 106 males and 113 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.36%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 40.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 219.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 106 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 106 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 66 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 40 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Urumulu
Urumulu 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 Urumulu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Urumulu.
| 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 Visakhapatnam to Urumulu is about 136 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urumulu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urumulu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Urumulu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urumulu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urumulu
Where is Urumulu located?
Urumulu village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Urumulu?
The Grama Panchayat of Urumulu is Iragai.
What is the pincode of Urumulu?
The pincode of Urumulu is 531149.
What is the population of Urumulu?
Urumulu had a total population of 219, including 106 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Urumulu?
Urumulu had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urumulu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urumulu was 54.36%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 40.40%.