Urra - Mihinpurwa Motipur, Bahraich
Urra is a village situated in the Mihinpurwa Motipur tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Nanpara and around 76 km from Bahraich. Urra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urra is 171246. The village covers a total geographical area of 2396.45 hectares and falls under the 271855 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Urra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urra
As per Census 2011, Urra village has a total population of 10,943 people, consisting of 5,731 males and 5,212 females. The village has 1,938 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,035 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,597 literate and 7,346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,943 | 5,731 | 5,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,035 | 1,041 | 994 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,474 | 761 | 713 |
| Literate Population | 3,597 | 2,244 | 1,353 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,346 | 3,487 | 3,859 |
Nearby Villages of Urra
Urra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pairua | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Semrahana | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Naubana | West | 3.83 km |
| Bhiwrabir Ghat | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Majhara | West | 4.24 km |
| Madhawapur | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Nainiha | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Gurh | South | 4.72 km |
| Jhala | South | 4.82 km |
| Katraniya | South-East | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urra
Urra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nishangara, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nanpara to Urra is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Urra is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urra 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 Urra
Where is Urra located?
Urra village is located in Mihinpurwa Motipur Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urra?
Urra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urra?
The pincode of Urra is 271855.
What is the population of Urra?
Urra has a total population of 10,943, including 5,731 males and 5,212 females.
How many households are there in Urra?
There are 1,938 households in Urra.
What is the literacy rate in Urra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urra is 32.87%. Male literacy is 39.16% and female literacy is 25.96%.