Uttampur - Parsa, Saran
Uttampur is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Saguni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttampur is 234079. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.04 hectares and falls under the 841219 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Uttampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amnour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttampur
According to the 2011 Census, Uttampur village had a total population of 649 people, including 336 males and 313 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.20%, with male literacy at 85.08% and female literacy at 55.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295.
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 | 649 | 336 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 251 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 85 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Uttampur
Uttampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagwanpur | South | 0.99 km |
| Babhangawan | East | 1.03 km |
| Shaguni | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Bedaulia | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Lalapur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Partap Chhapra | West | 1.27 km |
| Baksanda | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Sirampur | North | 1.60 km |
| Parsurampur | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Harpur Parsa | South-East | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttampur
Uttampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitalpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 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 Chapra to Uttampur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Uttampur is about 35 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 Uttampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttampur 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 Uttampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttampur 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 Uttampur
Where is Uttampur located?
Uttampur village is located in Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttampur is Saguni.
What is the pincode of Uttampur?
The pincode of Uttampur is 841219.
What is the population of Uttampur?
Uttampur had a total population of 649, including 336 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Uttampur?
Uttampur had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttampur was 71.20%. Male literacy was 85.08% and female literacy was 55.68%.