Ud - Herhanj, Latehar
Ud is a village situated in the Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Herhanj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Herhenj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ud is 367483. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode. Balumath is the nearest town.
Ud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ud
As per Census 2011, Ud village has a total population of 128 people, consisting of 60 males and 68 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 46 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 33 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Ud
Ud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bidir | South | 1.71 km |
| Ghure | East | 2.12 km |
| Chuku | West | 2.18 km |
| Baseta | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Bandua | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Meral | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Ichak | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Katang | North | 4.40 km |
| Hur | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Karandag | East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ud
Public transport in the Ud is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Latehar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Ud is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ud 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 Ud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ud 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 Ud
Where is Ud located?
Ud village is located in Herhanj Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ud?
The Gram Panchayat of Ud is Herhenj.
What is the pincode of Ud?
The pincode of Ud is 829202.
What is the population of Ud?
Ud has a total population of 128, including 60 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Ud?
There are 30 households in Ud.
What is the literacy rate in Ud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ud is 35.16%. Male literacy is 45.00% and female literacy is 26.47%.