Urhwa
Urhwa is a village located in Laukaha subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Laukaha (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Nahari is the gram panchayat of Urhwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Urhwa unique in its vibrant Laukaha-Madhubani region. You’ll see Urhwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Urhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urhwa is 220006. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847421. Madhubani is nearest town to Urhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Urhwa
Population of Urhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Urhwa has a total population of about 2,911, with approximately 1,516 males and 1,395 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 525 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 279 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.97%, with male literacy at about 56.86% and female literacy near 32.04%. There are around 569 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Urhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,911 | 1,516 | 1,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 282 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 151 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 862 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 654 | 948 |
Connectivity of Urhwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Urhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Urhwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Urhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urhwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Urhwa
- Where is Urhwa located?
- Urhwa village is situated in Laukaha Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Urhwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Urhwa is Nahari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Urhwa?
- The pincode of Urhwa is 847421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Urhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urhwa is 2,911, with 1,516 males and 1,395 females.
- How many households are there in Urhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Urhwa village has a total of 569 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Urhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urhwa is 44.97%. The male literacy rate is 56.86%, while the female literacy rate is 32.04%.