Urwan
Urwan is a village located in Chandwara subdivision of Kodarma district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 21km away from Koderma, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Urwan village. As per 2009 stats, Urwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Urwan unique in its vibrant Chandwara-Kodarma region. You’ll see Urwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Urwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urwan is 350052. The village spans a total geographical area of 1163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825324. Jhumri Tilaiya is nearest town to Urwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Urwan
Population of Urwan
According to the 2011 Census, Urwan has a total population of about 5,120, with approximately 2,649 males and 2,471 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,003 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,519 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.31%, with male literacy at about 65.19% and female literacy near 44.72%. There are around 776 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Urwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,120 | 2,649 | 2,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,003 | 505 | 498 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,519 | 793 | 726 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,832 | 1,727 | 1,105 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,288 | 922 | 1,366 |
Connectivity of Urwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urwan. As per the 2011 stats, Urwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Urwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Urwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Urwan
- Where is Urwan located?
- Urwan village is situated in Chandwara Subdivision, within the Kodarma district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Urwan?
- Urwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Urwan?
- The pincode of Urwan is 825324, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Urwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urwan is 5,120, with 2,649 males and 2,471 females.
- How many households are there in Urwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Urwan village has a total of 776 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Urwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urwan is 55.31%. The male literacy rate is 65.19%, while the female literacy rate is 44.72%.