Udhran - Belthara Road, Ballia
Udhran is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Udhran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhran is 197743. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.2 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Udhran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udhran
According to the 2011 Census, Udhran village had a total population of 1,396 people, including 644 males and 752 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.84%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 60.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 1,396 | 644 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 132 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 7 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 396 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 248 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Udhran
Udhran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ismailpur Udhran | South-West | 0.59 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 0.81 km |
| Ahirupur | North | 0.90 km |
| Inupur | West | 1.14 km |
| Mohammadpur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Kushha Rasidpur | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Pachma | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Semri | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Sodhanpur | South | 1.76 km |
| Govindpur Dugauli | East | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udhran
Udhran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Belthara Road to Udhran is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Udhran is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udhran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhran 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 Udhran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhran 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 Udhran
Where is Udhran located?
Udhran village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udhran?
Udhran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udhran?
The pincode of Udhran is 221716.
What is the population of Udhran?
Udhran had a total population of 1,396, including 644 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Udhran?
Udhran had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udhran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhran was 67.84%. Male literacy was 77.34% and female literacy was 60.10%.