Ujan - Bithan, Samastipur
Ujan is a village situated in the Bithan subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bithan and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Ujan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujan is 237371. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.1 hectares and falls under the 848207 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ujan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ujan
As per Census 2011, Ujan village has a total population of 6,229 people, consisting of 3,177 males and 3,052 females. The village has 1,158 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,018 literate and 4,211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 840 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,229 | 3,177 | 3,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,334 | 676 | 658 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 840 | 444 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 2,018 | 1,259 | 759 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,211 | 1,918 | 2,293 |
Nearby Villages of Ujan
Ujan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipra | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Padri | East | 1.84 km |
| Pachrukhi | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Simraha | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Chanauli | North | 2.35 km |
| Parri | East | 2.44 km |
| Harpur | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Asurar | South | 2.76 km |
| Batardiha | North | 2.99 km |
| Kua | North-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujan
Ujan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salauna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rosera to Ujan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Ujan is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujan 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 Ujan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ujan
Where is Ujan located?
Ujan village is located in Bithan Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujan?
Ujan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ujan?
The pincode of Ujan is 848207.
What is the population of Ujan?
Ujan has a total population of 6,229, including 3,177 males and 3,052 females.
How many households are there in Ujan?
There are 1,158 households in Ujan.
What is the literacy rate in Ujan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujan is 32.40%. Male literacy is 39.63% and female literacy is 24.87%.