Uska - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Uska is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Ammarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uska is 186222. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.11 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode.
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 Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Uska
As per Census 2011, Uska village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 264 males and 237 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 264 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 190 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 193 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 71 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Uska
Uska is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uska
Uska is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Uska is about 40 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 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 Uska
Where is Uska located?
Uska village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uska?
The Gram Panchayat of Uska is Ammarpur.
What is the pincode of Uska?
The pincode of Uska is 273407.
What is the population of Uska?
Uska has a total population of 501, including 264 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Uska?
There are 87 households in Uska.
What is the literacy rate in Uska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uska is 59.28%. Male literacy is 73.11% and female literacy is 43.88%.