Urmal
Urmal is a village located in Chandil subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Chandil (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Sarikela. As per 2009 stats, Urmal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Urmal unique in its vibrant Chandil-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Urmal’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 Urmal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urmal is 378765. The village spans a total geographical area of 1296.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832404. Chandil is nearest town to Urmal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Urmal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Urmal
Population of Urmal
According to the 2011 Census, Urmal has a total population of about 2,377, with approximately 1,199 males and 1,178 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 333 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,255. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.19%, with male literacy at about 60.05% and female literacy near 40.15%. There are around 507 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Urmal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,377 | 1,199 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 178 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,255 | 627 | 628 |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 720 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,184 | 479 | 705 |
Connectivity of Urmal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urmal. As per the 2011 stats, Urmal 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Urmal
Knowing the nearby villages of Urmal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urmal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Urmal
- Where is Urmal located?
- Urmal village is situated in Chandil Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Urmal?
- Urmal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Urmal?
- The pincode of Urmal is 832404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Urmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urmal is 2,377, with 1,199 males and 1,178 females.
- How many households are there in Urmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Urmal village has a total of 507 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Urmal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urmal is 50.19%. The male literacy rate is 60.05%, while the female literacy rate is 40.15%.