Uru - Rampur, Shimla
Uru is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Shingla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uru is 023606. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.33 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Uru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uru
According to the 2011 Census, Uru village had a total population of 200 people, including 100 males and 100 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.80%, with male literacy at 88.42% and female literacy at 68.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 84 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 16 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Uru
Uru 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 Uru
Uru 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Uru is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uru 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uru 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 Uru
Where is Uru located?
Uru village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uru?
The Gram Panchayat of Uru is Shingla.
What is the pincode of Uru?
The pincode of Uru is 172001.
What is the population of Uru?
Uru had a total population of 200, including 100 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Uru?
Uru had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uru was 78.80%. Male literacy was 88.42% and female literacy was 68.54%.