Urugutu - Kamdara, Gumla
Urugutu is a village situated in the Kamdara subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamdara and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Ramtolya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urugutu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urugutu is 375834. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 835325 pincode.
Urugutu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urugutu
According to the 2011 Census, Urugutu village had a total population of 250 people, including 125 males and 125 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.85%, with male literacy at 77.57% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 120 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 83 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 42 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Urugutu
Urugutu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakut | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Kurmul | West | 1.34 km |
| Kuli | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Karra | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Satal | East | 2.40 km |
| Turundu | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Pokla | West | 2.61 km |
| Bamhani | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Chitapiri | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Urminja | East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urugutu
Urugutu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pokla, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Urugutu is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urugutu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urugutu 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 Urugutu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urugutu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urugutu
Where is Urugutu located?
Urugutu village is located in Kamdara Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urugutu?
The Gram Panchayat of Urugutu is Ramtolya.
What is the pincode of Urugutu?
The pincode of Urugutu is 835325.
What is the population of Urugutu?
Urugutu had a total population of 250, including 125 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Urugutu?
Urugutu had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urugutu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urugutu was 63.85%. Male literacy was 77.57% and female literacy was 50.00%.