Uttar Chakoakheti - Alipurduar - I, Alipurduar
Uttar Chakoakheti is a village situated in the Alipurduar - I subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.1 km from Panchkalguri and around 79.2 km from Jalpaiguri . Chakowakheti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Chakoakheti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Chakoakheti is 307242. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.2 hectares and falls under the 736204 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uttar Chakoakheti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Uttar Chakoakheti
As per Census 2011, Uttar Chakoakheti village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 736 males and 663 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 525 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 850 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Chakoakheti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 736 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 283 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 850 | 442 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 505 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 231 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Chakoakheti
Uttar Chakoakheti 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 Uttar Chakoakheti
Public transport in the Uttar Chakoakheti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Uttar Chakoakheti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Alipurduar to Uttar Chakoakheti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Uttar Chakoakheti is about 79.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Chakoakheti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Chakoakheti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Chakoakheti
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 Chakoakheti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Chakoakheti
Where is Uttar Chakoakheti located?
Uttar Chakoakheti village is located in Alipurduar - I Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Chakoakheti?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Chakoakheti is Chakowakheti.
What is the pincode of Uttar Chakoakheti?
The pincode of Uttar Chakoakheti is 736204.
What is the population of Uttar Chakoakheti?
Uttar Chakoakheti has a total population of 1,399, including 736 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Chakoakheti?
There are 294 households in Uttar Chakoakheti.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Chakoakheti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Chakoakheti is 61.97%. Male literacy is 68.61% and female literacy is 54.60%.