Urmal - Amlipadar, Gariyaband
Urmal is a village situated in the Amlipadar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from Mainpur and around 208 km from Raipur. Urmal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urmal is 445477. The village covers a total geographical area of 536 hectares and falls under the 493890 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 119 km away.
Urmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urmal
According to the 2011 Census, Urmal village had a total population of 2,493 people, including 1,297 males and 1,196 females, living in 656 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 85.77% and female literacy at 57.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 320, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 750.
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 | 2,493 | 1,297 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 194 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 163 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 750 | 394 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 1,548 | 946 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 351 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Urmal
Urmal 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 Urmal
Urmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Gariyaband to Urmal is about 119 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Urmal is about 208 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urmal 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 Urmal
Where is Urmal located?
Urmal village is located in Amlipadar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urmal?
Urmal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urmal?
The pincode of Urmal is 493890.
What is the population of Urmal?
Urmal had a total population of 2,493, including 1,297 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Urmal?
Urmal had 656 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urmal was 72.00%. Male literacy was 85.77% and female literacy was 57.50%.