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
As per Census 2011, Uttar Maligram village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 145 males and 123 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 137 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Maligram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 145 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| 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 has a total population of 268, including 145 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Maligram?
There are 61 households in Uttar Maligram.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Maligram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Maligram is 51.12%. Male literacy is 62.07% and female literacy is 38.21%.