Urkiya

Urkiya is a village located in Manoharpur subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. As per 2009 stats, Baranga is the gram panchayat of Urkiya village.

Urkiya has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Urkiya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urkiya is 377825. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833104. Raurkela is nearest town to Urkiya village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Urkiya

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,140 586 554
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 167 91 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 705 364 341
Literate Population 548 335 213
Illiterate Population 592 251 341

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

  • The total population of Urkiya village is around 1,140, including approximately 586 males and 554 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Urkiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Urkiya village has 705 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Urkiya village is about 48.07%, with male literacy at 57.17% and female literacy at 38.45%.
  • There are around 226 households in Urkiya village.

Connectivity of Urkiya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urkiya. As per the 2011 stats, Urkiya 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Urkiya

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

Undhan Mahuldiha Gobindpur Diripsila Gopipur Boranga Dumirta Simirtamadhupur Kashijora Abhaipur Dhanapali

Frequently Asked Questions about Urkiya

Where is Urkiya located?
Urkiya village is situated in Manoharpur Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urkiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Urkiya is Baranga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Urkiya?
The pincode of Urkiya is 833104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Urkiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urkiya is 1,140, with 586 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Urkiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Urkiya village has a total of 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urkiya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urkiya is 48.07%. The male literacy rate is 57.17%, while the female literacy rate is 38.45%.