Uruali - Gop, Puri
Uruali is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kuanpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uruali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uruali is 409455. The village covers a total geographical area of 441 hectares and falls under the 752004 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Uruali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uruali
As per Census 2011, Uruali village has a total population of 1,298 people, consisting of 668 males and 630 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 960 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uruali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 668 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 960 | 539 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 129 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Uruali
Uruali 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 Uruali
Uruali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Uruali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Uruali is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Uruali is about 30 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 Uruali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uruali 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uruali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uruali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Uruali
Where is Uruali located?
Uruali village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uruali?
The Gram Panchayat of Uruali is Kuanpada.
What is the pincode of Uruali?
The pincode of Uruali is 752004.
What is the population of Uruali?
Uruali has a total population of 1,298, including 668 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Uruali?
There are 290 households in Uruali.
What is the literacy rate in Uruali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uruali is 73.96%. Male literacy is 80.69% and female literacy is 66.83%.