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.
Urang has its own place in the vibrant Muktsar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Urang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Urang village:
- The total population of Urang village is around 2,435, including approximately 1,254 males and 1,181 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Urang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Urang village has 1,635 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Urang village is about 48.75%, with male literacy at 52.87% and female literacy at 44.37%.
- There are around 444 households in Urang village.
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%.