Uttar Maligram - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Uttar Maligram is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Maligram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Maligram is 316715. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.58 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Uttar Maligram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Maligram
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Maligram village had a total population of 268 people, including 145 males and 123 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.05%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 42.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 268 | 145 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 90 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 55 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Maligram
Uttar Maligram 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 Maligram
Uttar Maligram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sainthia to Uttar Maligram is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Uttar Maligram is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Maligram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Maligram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Maligram
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 Maligram 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 Maligram
Where is Uttar Maligram located?
Uttar Maligram village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Maligram?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Maligram is Kaleswar.
What is the pincode of Uttar Maligram?
The pincode of Uttar Maligram is 731213.
What is the population of Uttar Maligram?
Uttar Maligram had a total population of 268, including 145 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Maligram?
Uttar Maligram had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Maligram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Maligram was 58.05%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 42.73%.