Urma

Urma is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Bastari is the gram panchayat of Urma village.

Urma has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh 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 Urma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urma is 049490. The village spans a total geographical area of 219.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262552. Didihat is nearest town to Urma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Urma

Below is a concise population overview of Urma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 266 115 151
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 17 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 66 30 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 168 82 86
Illiterate Population 98 33 65

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Urma village:

  • The total population of Urma village is around 266, including approximately 115 males and 151 females, with a sex ratio of 1313 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Urma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Urma village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Urma village is about 63.16%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 56.95%.
  • There are around 63 households in Urma village.

Connectivity of Urma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urma. As per the 2011 stats, Urma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Urma

Knowing the nearby villages of Urma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urma.

Soonakot Tal Nag Patharoli Bastari Digra Pattharkot Talla Pattharkot Malla Titari Chamtoli Sailoni

Frequently Asked Questions about Urma

Where is Urma located?
Urma village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urma?
The Gram Panchayat of Urma is Bastari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Urma?
The pincode of Urma is 262552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Urma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urma is 266, with 115 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Urma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Urma village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urma is 63.16%. The male literacy rate is 71.30%, while the female literacy rate is 56.95%.