Urlana - Guhla, Kaithal
Urlana is a village situated in the Guhla tehsil of Kaithal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhla and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kaithal. Urlana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urlana is 058789. The village covers a total geographical area of 784 hectares and falls under the 136035 pincode. Chika is the nearest town.
Urlana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urlana
According to the 2011 Census, Urlana village had a total population of 2,198 people, including 1,144 males and 1,054 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.42%, with male literacy at 71.78% and female literacy at 54.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,280.
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 | 2,198 | 1,144 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 173 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,280 | 664 | 616 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,198 | 697 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 447 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Urlana
Urlana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karimpur Alias Chiharwala | South | 3.30 km |
| Ramthali | East | 3.63 km |
| Rasauli | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Tarawali | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Jaikhar | West | 4.96 km |
| Kasor | North-East | 5.28 km |
| Jalalpur | North | 5.63 km |
| Megha Majra | East | 5.79 km |
| Passawal | South-East | 5.88 km |
| Theh Kharak | East | 5.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urlana
Urlana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Quatabpur, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kaithal to Urlana is about 40 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 Urlana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urlana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urlana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urlana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Urlana
Where is Urlana located?
Urlana village is located in Guhla Tehsil, Kaithal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urlana?
Urlana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urlana?
The pincode of Urlana is 136035.
What is the population of Urlana?
Urlana had a total population of 2,198, including 1,144 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Urlana?
Urlana had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urlana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urlana was 63.42%. Male literacy was 71.78% and female literacy was 54.58%.