Ughara - Bahadurpur, Darbhanga
Ughara is a village situated in the Bahadurpur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ughara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ughara is 227457. The village covers a total geographical area of 1194 hectares and falls under the 846009 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ughara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ughara
According to the 2011 Census, Ughara village had a total population of 15,622 people, including 8,210 males and 7,412 females, living in 2,925 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.98%, with male literacy at 68.86% and female literacy at 39.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,645, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 15,622 | 8,210 | 7,412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,813 | 1,467 | 1,346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,645 | 1,352 | 1,293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7,042 | 4,643 | 2,399 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,580 | 3,567 | 5,013 |
Nearby Villages of Ughara
Ughara 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 Ughara
Ughara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ughara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Ughara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ughara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ughara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ughara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ughara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ughara
Where is Ughara located?
Ughara village is located in Bahadurpur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ughara?
Ughara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ughara?
The pincode of Ughara is 846009.
What is the population of Ughara?
Ughara had a total population of 15,622, including 8,210 males and 7,412 females.
How many households are there in Ughara?
Ughara had 2,925 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ughara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ughara was 54.98%. Male literacy was 68.86% and female literacy was 39.55%.