Urmal Village - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Urmal is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bahubandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urmal is 391042. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Urmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urmal
As per Census 2011, Urmal village has a total population of 908 people, consisting of 361 males and 547 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,515 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 590 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 375 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urmal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | 361 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 43 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 175 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 242 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 119 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Urmal
Urmal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanakpada | West | 0.64 km |
| Dibyasinghapur | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Bahubandha | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Jalda | South | 1.77 km |
| Purunapani | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Khadimadaranga | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Nabara | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Jarada | South | 3.00 km |
| Kukurdima | West | 3.25 km |
| Salmundali | West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urmal
Urmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahanaga Bazar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Urmal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Urmal 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 Urmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urmal 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Urmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Urmal
Where is Urmal located?
Urmal village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Urmal is Bahubandh.
What is the pincode of Urmal?
The pincode of Urmal is 757041.
What is the population of Urmal?
Urmal has a total population of 908, including 361 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Urmal?
There are 192 households in Urmal.
What is the literacy rate in Urmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urmal is 64.98%. Male literacy is 67.04% and female literacy is 63.62%.