Urmilamal - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Urmilamal is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Wadibar serves as the Village Panchayat for Urmilamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urmilamal is 525058. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 425415 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Urmilamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urmilamal
According to the 2011 Census, Urmilamal village had a total population of 646 people, including 308 males and 338 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.60%, with male literacy at 39.24% and female literacy at 28.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 645.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 308 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 645 | 307 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 215 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Urmilamal
Urmilamal 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 Urmilamal
Urmilamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talode to Urmilamal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Urmilamal is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urmilamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urmilamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urmilamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urmilamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urmilamal
Where is Urmilamal located?
Urmilamal village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Urmilamal?
The Village Panchayat of Urmilamal is Wadibar.
What is the pincode of Urmilamal?
The pincode of Urmilamal is 425415.
What is the population of Urmilamal?
Urmilamal had a total population of 646, including 308 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Urmilamal?
Urmilamal had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urmilamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urmilamal was 33.60%. Male literacy was 39.24% and female literacy was 28.62%.