Urumkela - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Urumkela is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rajamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urumkela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urumkela is 384859. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Urumkela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urumkela
According to the 2011 Census, Urumkela village had a total population of 394 people, including 206 males and 188 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 74.01% and female literacy at 69.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 394 | 206 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 75 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Urumkela
Urumkela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gamlei | East | 0.79 km |
| Luthurba | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Bad-tumkela | East | 1.54 km |
| Kaliaposh | North | 1.56 km |
| Surupatla | North | 1.77 km |
| Uparpada | South | 2.05 km |
| Narendra | West | 2.06 km |
| Babunuagaon | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Deoposh | North | 2.32 km |
| Kendrikala | South-East | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urumkela
Public transport in the Urumkela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Urumkela is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Urumkela is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urumkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urumkela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urumkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urumkela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urumkela
Where is Urumkela located?
Urumkela village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urumkela?
The Gram Panchayat of Urumkela is Rajamunda.
What is the pincode of Urumkela?
The pincode of Urumkela is 770040.
What is the population of Urumkela?
Urumkela had a total population of 394, including 206 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Urumkela?
Urumkela had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urumkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urumkela was 71.81%. Male literacy was 74.01% and female literacy was 69.38%.