Urhwa - Laukaha, Madhubani
Urhwa is a village situated in the Laukaha subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laukaha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Nahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urhwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urhwa is 220006. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.81 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Urhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Urhwa village had a total population of 2,911 people, including 1,516 males and 1,395 females, living in 569 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.86%, with male literacy at 69.85% and female literacy at 38.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279, 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 | 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 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 862 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 654 | 948 |
Nearby Villages of Urhwa
Urhwa 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 Urhwa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Urhwa. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Urhwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Urhwa is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urhwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urhwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urhwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urhwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urhwa
Where is Urhwa located?
Urhwa village is located in Laukaha Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Urhwa is Nahari.
What is the pincode of Urhwa?
The pincode of Urhwa is 847232.
What is the population of Urhwa?
Urhwa had a total population of 2,911, including 1,516 males and 1,395 females.
How many households are there in Urhwa?
Urhwa had 569 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urhwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urhwa was 54.86%. Male literacy was 69.85% and female literacy was 38.80%.