Ursu - Tandwa, Chatra
Ursu is a village situated in the Tandwa subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tandwa and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Pokla Alias Kasiadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ursu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ursu is 349447. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.37 hectares and falls under the 825321 pincode.
Ursu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ursu
As per Census 2011, Ursu village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 286 males and 295 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 342 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ursu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 286 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 163 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 190 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 96 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Ursu
Ursu 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 Ursu
Ursu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Ursu is about 5 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 Ursu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ursu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ursu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ursu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ursu
Where is Ursu located?
Ursu village is located in Tandwa Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ursu?
The Gram Panchayat of Ursu is Pokla Alias Kasiadih.
What is the pincode of Ursu?
The pincode of Ursu is 825321.
What is the population of Ursu?
Ursu has a total population of 581, including 286 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Ursu?
There are 108 households in Ursu.
What is the literacy rate in Ursu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ursu is 57.31%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 48.47%.