Uran Chauka - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Uran Chauka is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from Sonua. Porahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uran Chauka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uran Chauka is 376902. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.26 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Uran Chauka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Uran Chauka
According to the 2011 Census, Uran Chauka village had a total population of 906 people, including 465 males and 441 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.26%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 49.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 476.
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 | 906 | 465 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 476 | 240 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 314 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 151 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Uran Chauka
Uran Chauka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhobadih | North | 0.81 km |
| Chandipos | West | 1.31 km |
| Sonapos | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Rupapos | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Jhingamarcha | North | 1.83 km |
| Porahat | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Korpos | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Barbhag | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Bikrampur | South | 2.24 km |
| Madang Jahir | North-East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uran Chauka
Public transport in the Uran Chauka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.3 km.
| 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 |
Banking and Postal Services in Uran Chauka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uran Chauka 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 Uran Chauka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uran Chauka 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 Uran Chauka
Where is Uran Chauka located?
Uran Chauka village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uran Chauka?
The Gram Panchayat of Uran Chauka is Porahat.
What is the pincode of Uran Chauka?
The pincode of Uran Chauka is 833105.
What is the population of Uran Chauka?
Uran Chauka had a total population of 906, including 465 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Uran Chauka?
Uran Chauka had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uran Chauka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uran Chauka was 67.26%. Male literacy was 84.41% and female literacy was 49.73%.