Ukhwa

Ukhwa is a village located in Jokihat subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jokihat (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Kursel is the gram panchayat of Ukhwa village.

Ukhwa has its own place in the vibrant Araria 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 Ukhwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ukhwa is 222174. The village spans a total geographical area of 218 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Ukhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Ukhwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,300 1,668 1,632
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 793 414 379
Scheduled Castes (SC) 75 35 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,400 809 591
Illiterate Population 1,900 859 1,041

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

  • The total population of Ukhwa village is around 3,300, including approximately 1,668 males and 1,632 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 793 children aged 0–6 years in Ukhwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ukhwa village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ukhwa village is about 42.42%, with male literacy at 48.50% and female literacy at 36.21%.
  • There are around 646 households in Ukhwa village.

Connectivity of Ukhwa

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

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

Nearby Villages of Ukhwa

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

Chakai Kursail Bardenga Karahara Mahalgaon Kishunpur Uda Chirah Phulpur Purwari Dumaria Bazidpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Ukhwa

Where is Ukhwa located?
Ukhwa village is situated in Jokihat Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukhwa is Kursel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ukhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ukhwa is 3,300, with 1,668 males and 1,632 females.
How many households are there in Ukhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ukhwa village has a total of 646 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ukhwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ukhwa is 42.42%. The male literacy rate is 48.50%, while the female literacy rate is 36.21%.