Uttar Charilam - Bishalgarh, Sepahijala
Uttar Charilam is a village situated in the Bishalgarh subdivision of Sepahijala district, Tripura. It is located approximately 13 km from Bishalgarh and around 27 km from Agartala. Chandranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Charilam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Charilam is 272062. The village covers a total geographical area of 1970 hectares and falls under the 799103 pincode. Bishalgarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Uttar Charilam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Charilam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Charilam
As per Census 2011, Uttar Charilam village has a total population of 7,258 people, consisting of 3,691 males and 3,567 females. The village has 1,737 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 810 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,570 literate and 1,688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,035 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Charilam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,258 | 3,691 | 3,567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 810 | 427 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,035 | 529 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,570 | 2,962 | 2,608 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,688 | 729 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Charilam
Uttar Charilam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Charilam | South | 3.35 km |
| Bishalgarh | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Brajapur | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Gopinagar | North | 4.75 km |
| Golaghati | East | 5.17 km |
| Dhariathal | South-West | 5.92 km |
| Mohanpur | North-East | 6.35 km |
| Ghaniamara | West | 6.62 km |
| Dakshin Champamura | North | 7.12 km |
| Rangmala | South | 7.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Charilam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Uttar Charilam. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishalgarh to Uttar Charilam is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Uttar Charilam is about 27 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 Uttar Charilam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Charilam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Charilam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Charilam 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 Uttar Charilam
Where is Uttar Charilam located?
Uttar Charilam village is located in Bishalgarh Subdivision, Sepahijala district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Charilam?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Charilam is Chandranagar.
What is the pincode of Uttar Charilam?
The pincode of Uttar Charilam is 799103.
What is the population of Uttar Charilam?
Uttar Charilam has a total population of 7,258, including 3,691 males and 3,567 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Charilam?
There are 1,737 households in Uttar Charilam.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Charilam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Charilam is 76.74%. Male literacy is 80.25% and female literacy is 73.11%.