Ujua - Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi, Darbhanga
Ujua is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ujua Simartoka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ujua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujua is 227947. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ujua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ujua
As per Census 2011, Ujua village has a total population of 2,158 people, consisting of 1,107 males and 1,051 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 659 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 1,543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,009 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,158 | 1,107 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 659 | 310 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,009 | 515 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 443 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,543 | 664 | 879 |
Nearby Villages of Ujua
Ujua 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 Ujua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ujua.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Ujua is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ujua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujua 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ujua
Where is Ujua located?
Ujua village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujua?
The Gram Panchayat of Ujua is Ujua Simartoka.
What is the pincode of Ujua?
The pincode of Ujua is 847203.
What is the population of Ujua?
Ujua has a total population of 2,158, including 1,107 males and 1,051 females.
How many households are there in Ujua?
There are 407 households in Ujua.
What is the literacy rate in Ujua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujua is 28.50%. Male literacy is 40.02% and female literacy is 16.37%.