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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Urthua
According to the 2011 Census, Urthua village had a total population of 3,296 people, including 1,747 males and 1,549 females, living in 654 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.83%, with male literacy at 53.21% and female literacy at 17.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,284, 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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,296, including 1,747 males and 1,549 females.
How many households are there in Urthua?
Urthua had 654 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urthua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urthua was 36.83%. Male literacy was 53.21% and female literacy was 17.86%.