Urmapal
Urmapal is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Urmapal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Urmapal unique in its vibrant Chhindgarh-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Urmapal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Urmapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urmapal is 450595. The village spans a total geographical area of 2669.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494111. Sukma is nearest town to Urmapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Urmapal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Urmapal
Population of Urmapal
According to the 2011 Census, Urmapal has a total population of about 2,443, with approximately 1,169 males and 1,274 females. The sex ratio is around 1089 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 361 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,183. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.85%, with male literacy at about 53.12% and female literacy near 25.75%. There are around 539 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Urmapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,443 | 1,169 | 1,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 185 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,183 | 1,024 | 1,159 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 621 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,494 | 548 | 946 |
Connectivity of Urmapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urmapal. As per the 2011 stats, Urmapal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Urmapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Urmapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urmapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Urmapal
- Where is Urmapal located?
- Urmapal village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Urmapal?
- Urmapal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Urmapal?
- The pincode of Urmapal is 494111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Urmapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urmapal is 2,443, with 1,169 males and 1,274 females.
- How many households are there in Urmapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Urmapal village has a total of 539 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Urmapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urmapal is 38.85%. The male literacy rate is 53.12%, while the female literacy rate is 25.75%.