Urlaha - Barhara, Purnia
Urlaha is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Aurlaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urlaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urlaha is 223125. The village covers a total geographical area of 737 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Urlaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urlaha
As per Census 2011, Urlaha village has a total population of 11,524 people, consisting of 5,962 males and 5,562 females. The village has 2,142 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,587 literate and 5,937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 387 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urlaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,524 | 5,962 | 5,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,318 | 1,145 | 1,173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,149 | 1,107 | 1,042 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 190 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 5,587 | 3,348 | 2,239 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,937 | 2,614 | 3,323 |
Nearby Villages of Urlaha
Urlaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urlaha Milik | South-West | 0.54 km |
| Arbana Chakla | South | 2.26 km |
| Maldiha | South | 2.97 km |
| Bairbana | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Bidanarean | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Thari | East | 3.68 km |
| Auraha Chakla | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Chahbacha | West | 4.00 km |
| Bhatotar | North | 4.51 km |
| Nirpur Milik | South-East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urlaha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Urlaha. The nearest railway station is Barhara Kothi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Urlaha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Urlaha is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urlaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urlaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urlaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urlaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urlaha
Where is Urlaha located?
Urlaha village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urlaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Urlaha is Aurlaha.
What is the pincode of Urlaha?
The pincode of Urlaha is 854203.
What is the population of Urlaha?
Urlaha has a total population of 11,524, including 5,962 males and 5,562 females.
How many households are there in Urlaha?
There are 2,142 households in Urlaha.
What is the literacy rate in Urlaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urlaha is 48.48%. Male literacy is 56.16% and female literacy is 40.26%.