Ugna - Jagdishpur, Bhojpur
Ugna is a village situated in the Jagdishpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagdishpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kakila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ugna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugna is 247288. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 802158 pincode. Jagdishpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ugna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ugna
As per Census 2011, Ugna village has a total population of 2,672 people, consisting of 1,426 males and 1,246 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 504 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,731 literate and 941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ugna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,672 | 1,426 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 285 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 335 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 1,731 | 1,010 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 941 | 416 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Ugna
Ugna 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 Ugna
Public transport in the Ugna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdishpur to Ugna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Ugna is about 35 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 Ugna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ugna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ugna
Where is Ugna located?
Ugna village is located in Jagdishpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ugna?
The Gram Panchayat of Ugna is Kakila.
What is the pincode of Ugna?
The pincode of Ugna is 802158.
What is the population of Ugna?
Ugna has a total population of 2,672, including 1,426 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Ugna?
There are 391 households in Ugna.
What is the literacy rate in Ugna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugna is 64.78%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 57.87%.