Uttar Daha - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Uttar Daha is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 37.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Loba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Daha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Daha is 318218. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.08 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Uttar Daha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Daha
As per Census 2011, Uttar Daha village has a total population of 1,151 people, consisting of 601 males and 550 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 660 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Daha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,151 | 601 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 660 | 336 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 376 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 225 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Daha
Uttar Daha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitgaon | North | 1.13 km |
| Kanaipur | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Rasulpur | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Jophlai | South | 1.40 km |
| Chanpanagari | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Jhirul | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Bharara | West | 2.16 km |
| Hosenganja | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Shimuldihi | East | 2.61 km |
| Domaai | North-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Daha
Uttar Daha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panchra, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Uttar Daha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Uttar Daha is about 37.9 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 Daha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Daha 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 Daha
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 Daha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Daha
Where is Uttar Daha located?
Uttar Daha village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Daha?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Daha is Loba.
What is the pincode of Uttar Daha?
The pincode of Uttar Daha is 731123.
What is the population of Uttar Daha?
Uttar Daha has a total population of 1,151, including 601 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Daha?
There are 292 households in Uttar Daha.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Daha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Daha is 55.95%. Male literacy is 62.56% and female literacy is 48.73%.