Udaypur - Illambazar, Birbhum
Udaypur is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 46.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Ghurisha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udaypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udaypur is 317978. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.54 hectares and falls under the 731214 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Udaypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Udaypur
According to the 2011 Census, Udaypur village had a total population of 741 people, including 390 males and 351 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.22%, with male literacy at 96.84% and female literacy at 84.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 193.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 741 | 390 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 101 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 337 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 53 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Udaypur
Udaypur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kshudrapur | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Masna | South | 1.65 km |
| Paschim Pratappur | East | 1.80 km |
| Kotalpukur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Paschim Narayanpur | East | 1.90 km |
| Dhulpur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Akamba | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Nohna | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Gourangapur | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Bhubanaswer | North-West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udaypur
Udaypur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rajbandh, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Udaypur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Udaypur is about 46.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udaypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udaypur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Udaypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udaypur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udaypur
Where is Udaypur located?
Udaypur village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udaypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Udaypur is Ghurisha.
What is the pincode of Udaypur?
The pincode of Udaypur is 731214.
What is the population of Udaypur?
Udaypur had a total population of 741, including 390 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Udaypur?
Udaypur had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udaypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udaypur was 91.22%. Male literacy was 96.84% and female literacy was 84.72%.