Urtan

Urtan is a village located in Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kotma (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Urtan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Urtan unique in its vibrant Kotma-Anuppur region. You’ll see Urtan’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 Urtan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urtan is 501745. The village spans a total geographical area of 434.37 hectares. Kotma is nearest town to Urtan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Urtan 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 Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Urtan

According to the 2011 Census, Urtan has a total population of about 937, with approximately 500 males and 437 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 103 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 236. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.22%, with male literacy at about 72.40% and female literacy near 50.57%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Urtan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 937 500 437
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 127 70 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 103 51 52
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 236 119 117
Literate Population 583 362 221
Illiterate Population 354 138 216

Connectivity of Urtan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urtan. As per the 2011 stats, Urtan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Urtan

Knowing the nearby villages of Urtan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urtan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Urtan

Where is Urtan located?
Urtan village is situated in Kotma Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urtan?
Urtan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Urtan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urtan is 937, with 500 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Urtan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Urtan village has a total of 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urtan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urtan is 62.22%. The male literacy rate is 72.40%, while the female literacy rate is 50.57%.