Urang - Malout, Sri Muktsar Sahib
Urang is a village situated in the Malout tehsil of Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 23 km from Malout and around 26 km from Muktsar. Dhani Sardar Balwant Singh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urang is 035261. The village covers a total geographical area of 972 hectares and falls under the 151210 pincode. Malout is the nearest town.
Urang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urang
According to the 2011 Census, Urang village had a total population of 2,435 people, including 1,254 males and 1,181 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.13%, with male literacy at 59.84% and female literacy at 50.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,635.
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 | 2,435 | 1,254 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,635 | 859 | 776 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 663 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,248 | 591 | 657 |
Nearby Villages of Urang
Urang 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 Urang
Urang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Urang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Muktsar to Urang is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urang 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Urang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urang 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 Urang
Where is Urang located?
Urang village is located in Malout Tehsil, Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urang?
The Gram Panchayat of Urang is Dhani Sardar Balwant Singh.
What is the pincode of Urang?
The pincode of Urang is 151210.
What is the population of Urang?
Urang had a total population of 2,435, including 1,254 males and 1,181 females.
How many households are there in Urang?
Urang had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urang was 55.13%. Male literacy was 59.84% and female literacy was 50.14%.