Uttar Hichhachhera - Santirbazar, South Tripura
Uttar Hichhachhera is a village situated in the Santirbazar subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 20 km from Bokafa and around 53 km from Udaipur. Debdaru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Hichhachhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Hichhachhera is 272331. The village covers a total geographical area of 1267 hectares and falls under the 799141 pincode. Santirbazar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Uttar Hichhachhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jolaibari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Hichhachhera
As per Census 2011, Uttar Hichhachhera village has a total population of 5,292 people, consisting of 2,728 males and 2,564 females. The village has 1,231 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 839 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,621 literate and 1,671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Hichhachhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,292 | 2,728 | 2,564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 839 | 433 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,181 | 1,641 | 1,540 |
| Literate Population | 3,621 | 2,012 | 1,609 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,671 | 716 | 955 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Hichhachhera
Uttar Hichhachhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birendranagar | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Madhya Pilak | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Purba Pilak | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Kalasi | North | 3.96 km |
| Jolaibari | West | 4.33 km |
| Dakshin Barpatiroy | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Abhangachhera | South | 5.19 km |
| Tairumachhera | South-East | 6.19 km |
| Lakshmichhera | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Purba Charakbai | North-West | 7.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Hichhachhera
Uttar Hichhachhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Santirbazar to Uttar Hichhachhera is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Uttar Hichhachhera is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Hichhachhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Hichhachhera 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttar Hichhachhera
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 Hichhachhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttar Hichhachhera
Where is Uttar Hichhachhera located?
Uttar Hichhachhera village is located in Santirbazar Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Hichhachhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Hichhachhera is Debdaru.
What is the pincode of Uttar Hichhachhera?
The pincode of Uttar Hichhachhera is 799141.
What is the population of Uttar Hichhachhera?
Uttar Hichhachhera has a total population of 5,292, including 2,728 males and 2,564 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Hichhachhera?
There are 1,231 households in Uttar Hichhachhera.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Hichhachhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Hichhachhera is 68.42%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 62.75%.