Udhwadih - Devipur, Deoghar
Udhwadih is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Amdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udhwadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhwadih is 354351. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode.
Udhwadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udhwadih
According to the 2011 Census, Udhwadih village had a total population of 227 people, including 123 males and 104 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.49%, with male literacy at 58.42% and female literacy at 32.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 227 | 123 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 79 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 59 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 64 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Udhwadih
Udhwadih 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 Udhwadih
Public transport in the Udhwadih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Udhwadih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Deoghar to Udhwadih is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udhwadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhwadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Udhwadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhwadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Udhwadih
Where is Udhwadih located?
Udhwadih village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udhwadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Udhwadih is Amdiha.
What is the pincode of Udhwadih?
The pincode of Udhwadih is 814120.
What is the population of Udhwadih?
Udhwadih had a total population of 227, including 123 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Udhwadih?
Udhwadih had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udhwadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhwadih was 46.49%. Male literacy was 58.42% and female literacy was 32.14%.