Uttar Barajhar Forest - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Uttar Barajhar Forest is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from Hamiltanganj and around 80 km from Jalpaiguri . Mendabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Barajhar Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Barajhar Forest is 307106. The village covers a total geographical area of 8753.4 hectares and falls under the 735215 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Uttar Barajhar Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Barajhar Forest
As per Census 2011, Uttar Barajhar Forest village has a total population of 1,783 people, consisting of 878 males and 905 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,586 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Barajhar Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,783 | 878 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,586 | 777 | 809 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 476 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 402 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Barajhar Forest
Uttar Barajhar Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malangi Tea Garden | East | 2.31 km |
| Saudamini Tea Garden | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Purba Khairbari | West | 3.74 km |
| Beech Tea Garden | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Holapara Forest | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Uttar Khairbari | West | 4.77 km |
| Uttar Satali (ct) | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Satali Tea Garden | East | 5.42 km |
| Bharnobari Tea Garden | East | 5.57 km |
| Uttar Madarihat (ct) | South-West | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Barajhar Forest
Uttar Barajhar Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hasimara, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Uttar Barajhar Forest is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Uttar Barajhar Forest is about 80 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 Barajhar Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Barajhar Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Barajhar Forest
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 Barajhar Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Barajhar Forest
Where is Uttar Barajhar Forest located?
Uttar Barajhar Forest village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Barajhar Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Barajhar Forest is Mendabari.
What is the pincode of Uttar Barajhar Forest?
The pincode of Uttar Barajhar Forest is 735215.
What is the population of Uttar Barajhar Forest?
Uttar Barajhar Forest has a total population of 1,783, including 878 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Barajhar Forest?
There are 405 households in Uttar Barajhar Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Barajhar Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Barajhar Forest is 48.79%. Male literacy is 54.21% and female literacy is 43.54%.