Urla - Padhar, Mandi
Urla is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Urla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urla is 013079. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.63 hectares and falls under the 175020 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Urla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urla
According to the 2011 Census, Urla village had a total population of 297 people, including 144 males and 153 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.51%, with male literacy at 93.89% and female literacy at 71.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 297 | 144 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 123 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 21 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Urla
Urla 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 Urla
Urla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandi to Urla 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 Urla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urla
Where is Urla located?
Urla village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urla?
Urla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urla?
The pincode of Urla is 175020.
What is the population of Urla?
Urla had a total population of 297, including 144 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Urla?
Urla had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urla was 82.51%. Male literacy was 93.89% and female literacy was 71.21%.