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
As per Census 2011, Urumkela village has a total population of 394 people, consisting of 206 males and 188 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urumkela are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 394, including 206 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Urumkela?
There are 107 households in Urumkela.
What is the literacy rate in Urumkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urumkela is 61.42%. Male literacy is 63.59% and female literacy is 59.04%.