Urul - Patan, Satara
Urul is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Urul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urul is 564302. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.11 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Urul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urul
As per Census 2011, Urul village has a total population of 1,569 people, consisting of 761 males and 808 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,248 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,569 | 761 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 66 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 172 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,248 | 647 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 114 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Urul
Urul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodakewadi | West | 1.42 km |
| Girewadi | South | 1.62 km |
| Abdarwadi | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Shitalwadi | East | 2.34 km |
| Nisare | South | 2.48 km |
| Majgaon | North | 2.75 km |
| Shinganwadi | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Malharpeth | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Chafal | North | 3.59 km |
| Shedgewadi | South-East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urul
Urul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 km.
| 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 Karad to Urul is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Urul is about 47 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 Urul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urul
Where is Urul located?
Urul village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urul?
Urul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urul?
The pincode of Urul is 415109.
What is the population of Urul?
Urul has a total population of 1,569, including 761 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Urul?
There are 358 households in Urul.
What is the literacy rate in Urul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urul is 79.54%. Male literacy is 85.02% and female literacy is 74.38%.