Urangattiri - Ernad, Malappuram
Urangattiri is a village situated in the Ernad taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjeri and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Urungattiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urangattiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urangattiri is 627448. The village covers a total geographical area of 2809 hectares and falls under the 673639 pincode. Manjeri is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Urangattiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ernad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wayanad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urangattiri
As per Census 2011, Urangattiri village has a total population of 31,601 people, consisting of 15,615 males and 15,986 females. The village has 6,327 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25,340 literate and 6,261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urangattiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,601 | 15,615 | 15,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,530 | 2,285 | 2,245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,626 | 1,309 | 1,317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 25,340 | 12,799 | 12,541 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,261 | 2,816 | 3,445 |
Nearby Villages of Urangattiri
Urangattiri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Urangattiri
Urangattiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Manjeri to Urangattiri is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Urangattiri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urangattiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urangattiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urangattiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urangattiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urangattiri
Where is Urangattiri located?
Urangattiri village is located in Ernad Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urangattiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Urangattiri is Urungattiri.
What is the pincode of Urangattiri?
The pincode of Urangattiri is 673639.
What is the population of Urangattiri?
Urangattiri has a total population of 31,601, including 15,615 males and 15,986 females.
How many households are there in Urangattiri?
There are 6,327 households in Urangattiri.
What is the literacy rate in Urangattiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urangattiri is 80.19%. Male literacy is 81.97% and female literacy is 78.45%.