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 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 Ursu
According to the 2011 Census, Ursu village had a total population of 581 people, including 286 males and 295 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.00%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 56.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 342.
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 | 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 had a total population of 581, including 286 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Ursu?
Ursu had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ursu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ursu was 67.00%. Male literacy was 78.51% and female literacy was 56.08%.