Urram - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Urram is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Patichargawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urram is 489809. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.75 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Urram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urram
As per Census 2011, Urram village has a total population of 639 people, consisting of 332 males and 307 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 615 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 332 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 615 | 321 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 242 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 90 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Urram
Urram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tinheta | East | 1.80 km |
| Dabkiya | West | 2.09 km |
| Kohli | North | 2.11 km |
| Kuhla | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Pati Chargawan | South | 2.34 km |
| Kislai | North | 3.10 km |
| Badiwara | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Hirapur | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Nayanagar | West | 3.79 km |
| Bijna | West | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urram
Urram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Urram is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Urram is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urram
Where is Urram located?
Urram village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urram?
The Gram Panchayat of Urram is Patichargawan.
What is the pincode of Urram?
The pincode of Urram is 482003.
What is the population of Urram?
Urram has a total population of 639, including 332 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Urram?
There are 117 households in Urram.
What is the literacy rate in Urram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urram is 62.44%. Male literacy is 72.89% and female literacy is 51.14%.