Usra - Nawanagar, Buxar
Usra is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Sonbarsha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usra is 248817. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.9 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Usra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Usra
As per Census 2011, Usra village has a total population of 737 people, consisting of 363 males and 374 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Usra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 737 | 363 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 233 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 130 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Usra
Usra 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 Usra
Usra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Domraon to Usra is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Usra is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Usra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Usra
Where is Usra located?
Usra village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Usra?
The Gram Panchayat of Usra is Sonbarsha.
What is the pincode of Usra?
The pincode of Usra is 802129.
What is the population of Usra?
Usra has a total population of 737, including 363 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Usra?
There are 105 households in Usra.
What is the literacy rate in Usra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usra is 51.97%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 40.11%.