Urumunda - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Urumunda is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urumunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urumunda is 415658. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Urumunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urumunda
According to the 2011 Census, Urumunda village had a total population of 591 people, including 303 males and 288 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.81%, with male literacy at 87.91% and female literacy at 61.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 591 | 303 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 107 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 240 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 63 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Urumunda
Urumunda 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 Urumunda
Public transport in the Urumunda 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Urumunda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Urumunda is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urumunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urumunda 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 Urumunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urumunda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Urumunda
Where is Urumunda located?
Urumunda village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urumunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Urumunda is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Urumunda?
The pincode of Urumunda is 762012.
What is the population of Urumunda?
Urumunda had a total population of 591, including 303 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Urumunda?
Urumunda had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urumunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urumunda was 74.81%. Male literacy was 87.91% and female literacy was 61.42%.