Ur-Ur - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Ur-Ur is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ur-Ur is 278212. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Ur-Ur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawphlang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ur-Ur
As per Census 2011, Ur-Ur village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 215 males and 203 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ur-Ur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 215 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 51 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 418 | 215 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 99 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 116 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Ur-Ur
Ur-Ur 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 Ur-Ur
Public transport in the Ur-Ur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shillong to Ur-Ur is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ur-Ur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ur-Ur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ur-Ur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ur-Ur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ur-Ur
Where is Ur-Ur located?
Ur-Ur village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ur-Ur?
The pincode of Ur-Ur is 793121.
What is the population of Ur-Ur?
Ur-Ur has a total population of 418, including 215 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Ur-Ur?
There are 88 households in Ur-Ur.
What is the literacy rate in Ur-Ur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ur-Ur is 53.11%. Male literacy is 46.05% and female literacy is 60.59%.