Urdiha - Sagri, Azamgarh
Urdiha is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Urdiha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urdiha is 192707. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 276122 pincode.
Urdiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urdiha
As per Census 2011, Urdiha village has a total population of 1,533 people, consisting of 735 males and 798 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 855 literate and 678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urdiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,533 | 735 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 115 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 479 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 256 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Urdiha
Urdiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dewara Chhitnidas | North-East | 0.56 km |
| Dewara Shivdas Mishra | West | 0.69 km |
| Dewara Kartaram Dubey | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Dewara Arjani Baksh | North | 1.12 km |
| Dewara Sangam Dubey | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Dewara Girdhari Das | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Dewara Phoolman Dubey | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Roshan Ganj | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Dewara Ramsaran Dube | East | 1.42 km |
| Arazi Navbararkarkhiya Kitaiii | South | 1.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urdiha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Urdiha. The nearest railway station is Sathiaon, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Azamgarh to Urdiha 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 Urdiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urdiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urdiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urdiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urdiha
Where is Urdiha located?
Urdiha village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urdiha?
Urdiha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urdiha?
The pincode of Urdiha is 276122.
What is the population of Urdiha?
Urdiha has a total population of 1,533, including 735 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Urdiha?
There are 242 households in Urdiha.
What is the literacy rate in Urdiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urdiha is 55.77%. Male literacy is 65.17% and female literacy is 47.12%.