Urvalu - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Urvalu is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Kaniyooru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urvalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urvalu is 617670. The village covers a total geographical area of 1222.12 hectares and falls under the 574326 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Urvalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urvalu
As per Census 2011, Urvalu village has a total population of 3,926 people, consisting of 1,994 males and 1,932 females. The village has 748 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,984 literate and 942 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 295 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urvalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,926 | 1,994 | 1,932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 218 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 156 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 2,984 | 1,623 | 1,361 |
| Illiterate Population | 942 | 371 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Urvalu
Urvalu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ilanthila | South | 2.49 km |
| Karaya | West | 2.86 km |
| Kaniyooru | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Mogru | East | 4.64 km |
| Thannirpantha | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Uppinangady (ct) | South | 4.89 km |
| Barya | West | 5.42 km |
| Nyayatarpu | North | 5.95 km |
| Puthila | West | 6.20 km |
| Nekkiladi | South-West | 6.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urvalu
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Urvalu. The nearest railway station is Kabakaputtur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Beltangady to Urvalu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Urvalu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urvalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urvalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urvalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urvalu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urvalu
Where is Urvalu located?
Urvalu village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urvalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Urvalu is Kaniyooru.
What is the pincode of Urvalu?
The pincode of Urvalu is 574326.
What is the population of Urvalu?
Urvalu has a total population of 3,926, including 1,994 males and 1,932 females.
How many households are there in Urvalu?
There are 748 households in Urvalu.
What is the literacy rate in Urvalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urvalu is 76.01%. Male literacy is 81.39% and female literacy is 70.45%.