Urthua - Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi, Darbhanga
Urthua is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Tilkeshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urthua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urthua is 227938. The village covers a total geographical area of 543 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Urthua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urthua
As per Census 2011, Urthua village has a total population of 3,296 people, consisting of 1,747 males and 1,549 females. The village has 654 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 771 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 2,366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urthua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,296 | 1,747 | 1,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 771 | 392 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,284 | 656 | 628 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 930 | 721 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,366 | 1,026 | 1,340 |
Nearby Villages of Urthua
Urthua 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 Urthua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Urthua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Urthua is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Urthua is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urthua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urthua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urthua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urthua 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 Urthua
Where is Urthua located?
Urthua village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urthua?
The Gram Panchayat of Urthua is Tilkeshwar.
What is the pincode of Urthua?
The pincode of Urthua is 847203.
What is the population of Urthua?
Urthua has a total population of 3,296, including 1,747 males and 1,549 females.
How many households are there in Urthua?
There are 654 households in Urthua.
What is the literacy rate in Urthua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urthua is 28.22%. Male literacy is 41.27% and female literacy is 13.49%.