Udhunia - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Udhunia is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Sonuan and around 50 km from Chaibasa. Porahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udhunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhunia is 376916. The village covers a total geographical area of 322 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Udhunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udhunia
According to the 2011 Census, Udhunia village had a total population of 697 people, including 345 males and 352 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.36%, with male literacy at 63.37% and female literacy at 27.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 697.
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 | 697 | 345 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 697 | 345 | 352 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 173 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 172 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Udhunia
Udhunia 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 Udhunia
Public transport in the Udhunia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Udhunia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Udhunia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udhunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhunia 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 Udhunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhunia 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 Udhunia
Where is Udhunia located?
Udhunia village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udhunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Udhunia is Porahat.
What is the pincode of Udhunia?
The pincode of Udhunia is 833105.
What is the population of Udhunia?
Udhunia had a total population of 697, including 345 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Udhunia?
Udhunia had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udhunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhunia was 45.36%. Male literacy was 63.37% and female literacy was 27.54%.