Uchti - Biraul, Darbhanga
Uchti is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Uchati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uchti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchti is 227739. The village covers a total geographical area of 622 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Uchti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kusheshwar asthan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uchti
According to the 2011 Census, Uchti village had a total population of 8,387 people, including 4,463 males and 3,924 females, living in 1,650 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.62%, with male literacy at 65.07% and female literacy at 38.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,254, 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 | 8,387 | 4,463 | 3,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,587 | 807 | 780 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,254 | 684 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,578 | 2,379 | 1,199 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,809 | 2,084 | 2,725 |
Nearby Villages of Uchti
Uchti 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 Uchti
Public transport in the Uchti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Uchti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Uchti is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uchti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uchti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Uchti
Where is Uchti located?
Uchti village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uchti?
The Gram Panchayat of Uchti is Uchati.
What is the pincode of Uchti?
The pincode of Uchti is 847203.
What is the population of Uchti?
Uchti had a total population of 8,387, including 4,463 males and 3,924 females.
How many households are there in Uchti?
Uchti had 1,650 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uchti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchti was 52.62%. Male literacy was 65.07% and female literacy was 38.14%.