Uruguttu - Kanke, Ranchi
Uruguttu is a village situated in the Kanke subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanke and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Urugutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uruguttu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uruguttu is 373474. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.32 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Uruguttu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanke Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uruguttu
As per Census 2011, Uruguttu village has a total population of 3,715 people, consisting of 1,890 males and 1,825 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,126 literate and 1,589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uruguttu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,715 | 1,890 | 1,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 282 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 147 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 156 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 2,126 | 1,288 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,589 | 602 | 987 |
Nearby Villages of Uruguttu
Uruguttu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marwa | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Bhantboreya | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Basri (banoari) | West | 2.53 km |
| Hesalpiri | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Baraudi | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Chirua | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Jidu | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Uparkonki | East | 3.58 km |
| Soba | West | 3.85 km |
| Katamkuli | South | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uruguttu
Uruguttu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tokisud, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Uruguttu is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uruguttu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uruguttu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uruguttu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uruguttu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uruguttu
Where is Uruguttu located?
Uruguttu village is located in Kanke Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uruguttu?
The Gram Panchayat of Uruguttu is Urugutu.
What is the pincode of Uruguttu?
The pincode of Uruguttu is 834001.
What is the population of Uruguttu?
Uruguttu has a total population of 3,715, including 1,890 males and 1,825 females.
How many households are there in Uruguttu?
There are 735 households in Uruguttu.
What is the literacy rate in Uruguttu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uruguttu is 57.23%. Male literacy is 68.15% and female literacy is 45.92%.