Urad - Warud, Amravati
Urad is a village situated in the Warud tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warud and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Urad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urad is 532402. The village covers a total geographical area of 1384.19 hectares and falls under the 444907 pincode. Warud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Urad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urad
As per Census 2011, Urad village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 302 males and 269 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 302 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 174 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 211 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 91 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Urad
Urad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarodi | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Pusla | West | 2.67 km |
| Ekalvihir | East | 2.93 km |
| Kharad | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Ramapur | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Pandhari | North | 4.42 km |
| Sawangi | South | 4.43 km |
| Linga | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Kekatwada | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Jamthi Ganeshpur | South-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urad
Urad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pusla, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warud to Urad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Urad is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urad
Where is Urad located?
Urad village is located in Warud Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urad?
Urad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urad?
The pincode of Urad is 444907.
What is the population of Urad?
Urad has a total population of 571, including 302 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Urad?
There are 137 households in Urad.
What is the literacy rate in Urad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urad is 63.40%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 56.13%.