Urunia - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Urunia is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Basudebpur and around 27 km from Bhadrak. Lunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urunia is 394977. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 756125 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Urunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urunia
As per Census 2011, Urunia village has a total population of 2,019 people, consisting of 945 males and 1,074 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,475 literate and 544 illiterate residents. Additionally, 499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,019 | 945 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 127 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 243 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,475 | 751 | 724 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 194 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Urunia
Urunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ertal | West | 1.65 km |
| Rukunadeipur | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Lunga | East | 2.06 km |
| Kuruda | North | 2.39 km |
| Mirjapur | North | 2.78 km |
| Alabaga | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Guagaria | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Madhapur | South | 3.37 km |
| Padmapur | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Dadhibamanpur | South | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urunia
Urunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Urunia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Urunia is about 27 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 Urunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Urunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urunia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Urunia
Where is Urunia located?
Urunia village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Urunia is Lunga.
What is the pincode of Urunia?
The pincode of Urunia is 756125.
What is the population of Urunia?
Urunia has a total population of 2,019, including 945 males and 1,074 females.
How many households are there in Urunia?
There are 448 households in Urunia.
What is the literacy rate in Urunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urunia is 73.06%. Male literacy is 79.47% and female literacy is 67.41%.