Urgawan - Bhagwanpur, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Urgawan is a village situated in the Bhagwanpur subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Tori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urgawan is 250384. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 821102 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Urgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urgawan
As per Census 2011, Urgawan village has a total population of 1,617 people, consisting of 888 males and 729 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 890 literate and 727 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 888 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 158 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 332 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 574 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 727 | 314 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Urgawan
Urgawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Reghiya | West | 0.60 km |
| Jagdishpur | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Semra | West | 0.86 km |
| Sonadih | South | 0.86 km |
| Basantpur | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Patriha | East | 1.41 km |
| Athbanhi | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Jaitpurpai | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Baulia | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Beldih | South-East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urgawan
Public transport in the Urgawan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pusauli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| 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 Bhabua to Urgawan is about 16 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 Urgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urgawan 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 Urgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urgawan 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 Urgawan
Where is Urgawan located?
Urgawan village is located in Bhagwanpur Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Urgawan is Tori.
What is the pincode of Urgawan?
The pincode of Urgawan is 821102.
What is the population of Urgawan?
Urgawan has a total population of 1,617, including 888 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Urgawan?
There are 279 households in Urgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Urgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urgawan is 55.04%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 43.35%.