Urha - Kasimabad, Ghazipur
Urha is a village situated in the Kasimabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Mohammadabad and around 39 km from Ghazipur. Jagdishpur Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urha is 205404. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.03 hectares and falls under the 233230 pincode.
Urha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urha
According to the 2011 Census, Urha village had a total population of 255 people, including 113 males and 142 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,257 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.89%, with male literacy at 83.17% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 255 | 113 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 84 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 29 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Urha
Urha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Damodar | North-East | 0.48 km |
| Nasirpur Basarik | South | 0.56 km |
| Bhagwal | East | 0.84 km |
| Chak Abdul Rasul | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Muhammadpur T. Nasiruddinpur | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Buranpur | West | 1.22 km |
| Shahabuddinpur | South | 1.29 km |
| Rajapur Khurd | East | 1.31 km |
| Kadipur | South | 1.37 km |
| Rajapur Kalan | North-East | 1.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urha
Urha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rajmalpur Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Urha is about 39 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 Urha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urha 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 Urha
Where is Urha located?
Urha village is located in Kasimabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urha?
The Gram Panchayat of Urha is Jagdishpur Kala.
What is the pincode of Urha?
The pincode of Urha is 233230.
What is the population of Urha?
Urha had a total population of 255, including 113 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Urha?
Urha had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urha was 64.89%. Male literacy was 83.17% and female literacy was 50.00%.