Usarikalan - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Usarikalan is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Amaud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usarikalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usarikalan is 213193. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.73 hectares and falls under the 231215 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Usarikalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Usarikalan
According to the 2011 Census, Usarikalan village had a total population of 606 people, including 316 males and 290 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.74%, with male literacy at 89.79% and female literacy at 66.54%.
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 | 606 | 316 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 255 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 61 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Usarikalan
Usarikalan 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 Usarikalan
Usarikalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Usarikalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Usarikalan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usarikalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usarikalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Usarikalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usarikalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Usarikalan
Where is Usarikalan located?
Usarikalan village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Usarikalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Usarikalan is Amaud.
What is the pincode of Usarikalan?
The pincode of Usarikalan is 231215.
What is the population of Usarikalan?
Usarikalan had a total population of 606, including 316 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Usarikalan?
Usarikalan had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usarikalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usarikalan was 78.74%. Male literacy was 89.79% and female literacy was 66.54%.