Urna - Holi, Chamba
Urna is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Nayagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urna is 008114. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.26 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Urna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urna
According to the 2011 Census, Urna village had a total population of 47 people, including 23 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.05%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 8 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Urna
Urna 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 Urna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Urna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Urna is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urna 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 Urna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urna 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 Urna
Where is Urna located?
Urna village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urna?
The Gram Panchayat of Urna is Nayagram.
What is the pincode of Urna?
The pincode of Urna is 176326.
What is the population of Urna?
Urna had a total population of 47, including 23 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Urna?
Urna had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urna was 69.05%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 66.67%.