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
As per Census 2011, Uchti village has a total population of 8,387 people, consisting of 4,463 males and 3,924 females. The village has 1,650 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,587 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,578 literate and 4,809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uchti are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 8,387, including 4,463 males and 3,924 females.
How many households are there in Uchti?
There are 1,650 households in Uchti.
What is the literacy rate in Uchti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchti is 42.66%. Male literacy is 53.30% and female literacy is 30.56%.