Utra - Madhwapur, Madhubani
Utra is a village situated in the Madhwapur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhwapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Uttra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utra is 219831. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.87 hectares and falls under the 847308 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Utra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Utra
As per Census 2011, Utra village has a total population of 6,203 people, consisting of 3,050 males and 3,153 females. The village has 1,343 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,511 literate and 3,692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,797 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,203 | 3,050 | 3,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,320 | 724 | 596 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,797 | 915 | 882 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,511 | 1,476 | 1,035 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,692 | 1,574 | 2,118 |
Nearby Villages of Utra
Utra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratauli | South | 1.52 km |
| Pihwara | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Baingra | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Loma | East | 2.44 km |
| Salempur | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Karahuan | West | 2.82 km |
| Pokharauni Birta | South | 2.86 km |
| Minti | South | 2.89 km |
| Akaha | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Marwat Sobrauli | West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Utra
Utra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chandauna Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Utra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Utra is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utra 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Utra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Utra
Where is Utra located?
Utra village is located in Madhwapur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utra?
The Gram Panchayat of Utra is Uttra.
What is the pincode of Utra?
The pincode of Utra is 847308.
What is the population of Utra?
Utra has a total population of 6,203, including 3,050 males and 3,153 females.
How many households are there in Utra?
There are 1,343 households in Utra.
What is the literacy rate in Utra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utra is 40.48%. Male literacy is 48.39% and female literacy is 32.83%.