Urur - Manatu, Palamu
Urur is a village situated in the Manatu subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manatu and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Chak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urur is 366086. The village covers a total geographical area of 733 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode.
Urur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urur
As per Census 2011, Urur village has a total population of 650 people, consisting of 341 males and 309 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 614 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 650 | 341 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 39 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 89 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 321 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Urur
Urur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turiadih | North | 1.39 km |
| Tegam | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Birhorwa | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Pasiya | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Kharikdag | North | 2.81 km |
| Surgiya | West | 3.04 km |
| Dumarwar | East | 3.17 km |
| Manatu | South | 3.73 km |
| Nawa | West | 3.79 km |
| Jaleya | East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urur
Urur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kajri, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Urur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Urur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urur
Where is Urur located?
Urur village is located in Manatu Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urur?
The Gram Panchayat of Urur is Chak.
What is the pincode of Urur?
The pincode of Urur is 822123.
What is the population of Urur?
Urur has a total population of 650, including 341 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Urur?
There are 120 households in Urur.
What is the literacy rate in Urur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urur is 5.54%. Male literacy is 5.87% and female literacy is 5.18%.