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.
Urmal has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Urmal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Urmal village:
- The total population of Urmal village is around 2,377, including approximately 1,199 males and 1,178 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 333 children aged 0–6 years in Urmal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Urmal village has 63 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Urmal village is about 50.19%, with male literacy at 60.05% and female literacy at 40.15%.
- There are around 507 households in Urmal village.
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%.