Urulang - Muniguda, Rayagada
Urulang is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 108 km from Ambadala and around 91 km from Rayagada . Ambadala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urulang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urulang is 424672. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 765021 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Urulang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urulang
According to the 2011 Census, Urulang village had a total population of 141 people, including 75 males and 66 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.71%, with male literacy at 9.09% and female literacy at 2.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 70 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Urulang
Urulang 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 Urulang
Urulang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Urulang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Urulang is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Urulang is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urulang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urulang 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 Urulang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urulang 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 Urulang
Where is Urulang located?
Urulang village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urulang?
The Gram Panchayat of Urulang is Ambadala.
What is the pincode of Urulang?
The pincode of Urulang is 765021.
What is the population of Urulang?
Urulang had a total population of 141, including 75 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Urulang?
Urulang had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urulang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urulang was 5.71%. Male literacy was 9.09% and female literacy was 2.00%.