Uska - Salempur, Deoria
Uska is a village situated in the Salempur tehsil of Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salempur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Deoria. Uska village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uska is 191164. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.82 hectares and falls under the 274701 pincode. Deoria is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Uska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur karkhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uska
As per Census 2011, Uska village has a total population of 3,721 people, consisting of 1,897 males and 1,824 females. The village has 584 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 551 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,283 literate and 1,438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,721 | 1,897 | 1,824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 551 | 286 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 149 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 2,283 | 1,393 | 890 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,438 | 504 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Uska
Uska 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akliha | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Shiv Datt Chhapia | North | 1.26 km |
| Nonapar | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Singhi Jamin | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Chandouli | East | 1.70 km |
| Majhauli | West | 1.86 km |
| Behra Daber | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Gardah Srikant | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Jigna Mishra | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Barthi | South | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uska
Uska is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nonapar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoria to Uska is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Deoria to Uska is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uska 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uska
Where is Uska located?
Uska village is located in Salempur Tehsil, Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uska?
Uska is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uska?
The pincode of Uska is 274701.
What is the population of Uska?
Uska has a total population of 3,721, including 1,897 males and 1,824 females.
How many households are there in Uska?
There are 584 households in Uska.
What is the literacy rate in Uska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uska is 61.35%. Male literacy is 73.43% and female literacy is 48.79%.