Urlahia - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Urlahia is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bhaluaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urlahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urlahia is 219071. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.3 hectares and falls under the 843330 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Urlahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urlahia
As per Census 2011, Urlahia village has a total population of 802 people, consisting of 422 males and 380 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urlahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 802 | 422 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 98 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 185 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 170 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 252 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Urlahia
Urlahia 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 Urlahia
Urlahia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Urlahia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urlahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urlahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Urlahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urlahia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urlahia
Where is Urlahia located?
Urlahia village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urlahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Urlahia is Bhaluaha.
What is the pincode of Urlahia?
The pincode of Urlahia is 843330.
What is the population of Urlahia?
Urlahia has a total population of 802, including 422 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Urlahia?
There are 193 households in Urlahia.
What is the literacy rate in Urlahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urlahia is 29.30%. Male literacy is 40.28% and female literacy is 17.11%.