Urgain - Bhagwanpur, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Urgain is a village situated in the Bhagwanpur subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Parhauti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urgain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urgain is 250405. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 821102 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Urgain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urgain
As per Census 2011, Urgain village has a total population of 905 people, consisting of 471 males and 434 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 547 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urgain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 905 | 471 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 99 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 341 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 130 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Urgain
Urgain 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 Urgain
Urgain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhabua to Urgain is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urgain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urgain 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urgain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urgain 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Urgain
Where is Urgain located?
Urgain village is located in Bhagwanpur Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urgain?
The Gram Panchayat of Urgain is Parhauti.
What is the pincode of Urgain?
The pincode of Urgain is 821102.
What is the population of Urgain?
Urgain has a total population of 905, including 471 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Urgain?
There are 155 households in Urgain.
What is the literacy rate in Urgain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urgain is 60.44%. Male literacy is 72.40% and female literacy is 47.47%.