Usri - Barharia, Siwan
Usri is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Bhaluara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usri is 231523. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Usri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Usri
As per Census 2011, Usri village has a total population of 1,986 people, consisting of 965 males and 1,021 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 809 literate and 1,177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Usri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,986 | 965 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 170 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 128 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 486 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 479 | 698 |
Nearby Villages of Usri
Usri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indauli Siraj | North-West | 0.62 km |
| Dumri | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Bhaluwara | South-West | 0.95 km |
| Indauli Khas | North | 0.99 km |
| Usuri Indauli | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Bhelpur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Chanri | East | 1.64 km |
| Alampur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Bhaday | West | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Usri
Usri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ratan Sarai, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Usri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Usri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Usri
Where is Usri located?
Usri village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Usri?
The Gram Panchayat of Usri is Bhaluara.
What is the pincode of Usri?
The pincode of Usri is 841232.
What is the population of Usri?
Usri has a total population of 1,986, including 965 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Usri?
There are 307 households in Usri.
What is the literacy rate in Usri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usri is 40.74%. Male literacy is 50.36% and female literacy is 31.64%.