Usman - Rajauli, Nawada
Usman is a village situated in the Rajauli subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajauli and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Murhaina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usman is 258456. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 805125 pincode. Rajauli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Usman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Usman
According to the 2011 Census, Usman village had a total population of 698 people, including 357 males and 341 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.93%, with male literacy at 64.03% and female literacy at 37.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 698 | 357 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 126 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 194 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 163 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Usman
Usman 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 Usman
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Usman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rajauli to Usman is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Usman is about 26 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 Usman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usman 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Usman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Usman
Where is Usman located?
Usman village is located in Rajauli Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Usman?
The Gram Panchayat of Usman is Murhaina.
What is the pincode of Usman?
The pincode of Usman is 805125.
What is the population of Usman?
Usman had a total population of 698, including 357 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Usman?
Usman had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usman was 50.93%. Male literacy was 64.03% and female literacy was 37.24%.