Urua - Lalganj, Mirzapur
Urua is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Dhobaha Devghata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urua is 211870. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.23 hectares and falls under the 231211 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Urua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urua
As per Census 2011, Urua village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 319 males and 262 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 319 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 73 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 220 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 173 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 146 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Urua
Urua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naudar | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Shukul Patti | South | 1.43 km |
| Dhobaha Dewghata | East | 1.44 km |
| Sonbarsa | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Kewal Patti | West | 1.55 km |
| Sahaji | West | 1.86 km |
| Baghai | North | 2.08 km |
| Mawai Khurd | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Naraina Kalan | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Dewghata Gaharwar | East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urua
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Urua. The nearest railway station is Jigna, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Urua is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urua
Where is Urua located?
Urua village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urua?
The Gram Panchayat of Urua is Dhobaha Devghata.
What is the pincode of Urua?
The pincode of Urua is 231211.
What is the population of Urua?
Urua has a total population of 581, including 319 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Urua?
There are 99 households in Urua.
What is the literacy rate in Urua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urua is 47.33%. Male literacy is 54.23% and female literacy is 38.93%.