Urikel

Urikel is a village located in Torpa subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Torpa. Torpa is the sub-district headquarter of Urikel village. As per 2009 stats, Urikela is the gram panchayat of Urikel village.

Urikel has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Urikel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urikel is 374948. The village spans a total geographical area of 1821.9 hectares. Torpa is nearest town to Urikel village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Urikel

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,648 1,280 1,368
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 416 203 213
Scheduled Castes (SC) 78 36 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,393 1,153 1,240
Literate Population 1,669 898 771
Illiterate Population 979 382 597

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

  • The total population of Urikel village is around 2,648, including approximately 1,280 males and 1,368 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 416 children aged 0–6 years in Urikel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Urikel village has 78 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,393 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Urikel village is about 63.03%, with male literacy at 70.16% and female literacy at 56.36%.
  • There are around 506 households in Urikel village.

Connectivity of Urikel

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

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

Nearby Villages of Urikel

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Urikel

Where is Urikel located?
Urikel village is situated in Torpa Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urikel?
The Gram Panchayat of Urikel is Urikela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Urikel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urikel is 2,648, with 1,280 males and 1,368 females.
How many households are there in Urikel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Urikel village has a total of 506 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urikel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urikel is 63.03%. The male literacy rate is 70.16%, while the female literacy rate is 56.36%.