Urda - Tandwa, Chatra
Urda is a village situated in the Tandwa subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tandwa and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Kabra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urda is 349437. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.83 hectares and falls under the 825321 pincode.
Urda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urda
According to the 2011 Census, Urda village had a total population of 1,377 people, including 676 males and 701 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.75%, with male literacy at 67.68% and female literacy at 42.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493.
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 | 1,377 | 676 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 150 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 251 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 356 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 320 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Urda
Urda 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 Urda
Urda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Urda is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urda
Where is Urda located?
Urda village is located in Tandwa Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urda?
The Gram Panchayat of Urda is Kabra.
What is the pincode of Urda?
The pincode of Urda is 825321.
What is the population of Urda?
Urda had a total population of 1,377, including 676 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Urda?
Urda had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urda was 54.75%. Male literacy was 67.68% and female literacy was 42.34%.