Urang
Urang is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Urang village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Urang unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Urang’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Urang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urang is 035261. The village spans a total geographical area of 972 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151210. Malout is nearest town to Urang village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Urang village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Malout Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Firozpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Urang
Population of Urang
According to the 2011 Census, Urang has a total population of about 2,435, with approximately 1,254 males and 1,181 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,635 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.75%, with male literacy at about 52.87% and female literacy near 44.37%. There are around 444 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Urang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,435 | 1,254 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,635 | 859 | 776 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 663 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,248 | 591 | 657 |
Connectivity of Urang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urang. As per the 2011 stats, Urang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Urang
Knowing the nearby villages of Urang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Urang
- Where is Urang located?
- Urang village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Urang?
- Urang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Urang?
- The pincode of Urang is 151210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Urang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urang is 2,435, with 1,254 males and 1,181 females.
- How many households are there in Urang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Urang village has a total of 444 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Urang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urang is 48.75%. The male literacy rate is 52.87%, while the female literacy rate is 44.37%.