Urka

Urka is a village located in Ichak subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Ichak (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Purana Ichak is the gram panchayat of Urka village.

Urka has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Urka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urka is 368119. The village spans a total geographical area of 156.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825402. Ichak is nearest town to Urka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Urka

Below is a concise population overview of Urka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,005 500 505
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 154 81 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 103 50 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 619 344 275
Illiterate Population 386 156 230

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Urka village:

  • The total population of Urka village is around 1,005, including approximately 500 males and 505 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Urka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Urka village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Urka village is about 61.59%, with male literacy at 68.80% and female literacy at 54.46%.
  • There are around 179 households in Urka village.

Connectivity of Urka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urka. As per the 2011 stats, Urka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Urka

Knowing the nearby villages of Urka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urka.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Urka

Where is Urka located?
Urka village is situated in Ichak Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urka?
The Gram Panchayat of Urka is Purana Ichak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Urka?
The pincode of Urka is 825402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Urka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urka is 1,005, with 500 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Urka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Urka village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urka is 61.59%. The male literacy rate is 68.80%, while the female literacy rate is 54.46%.