Urwalia - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Urwalia is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Udvaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urwalia is 176843. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.27 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Urwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urwalia
According to the 2011 Census, Urwalia village had a total population of 1,488 people, including 761 males and 727 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.81%, with male literacy at 75.28% and female literacy at 45.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 1,488 | 761 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 463 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 298 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Urwalia
Urwalia 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 Urwalia
Urwalia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Urwalia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Urwalia is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Urwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urwalia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urwalia
Where is Urwalia located?
Urwalia village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Urwalia is Udvaliya.
What is the pincode of Urwalia?
The pincode of Urwalia is 272153.
What is the population of Urwalia?
Urwalia had a total population of 1,488, including 761 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Urwalia?
Urwalia had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urwalia was 60.81%. Male literacy was 75.28% and female literacy was 45.30%.