Uttar Gayergari - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Uttar Gayergari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 55.7 km from Pundibari and around 8.2 km from Cooch Behar. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Gayergari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Gayergari is 308306. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.31 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Koch Behar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Uttar Gayergari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Gayergari
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Gayergari village had a total population of 762 people, including 409 males and 353 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.93%, with male literacy at 81.93% and female literacy at 69.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 522, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 762 | 409 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 77 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 283 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 272 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 137 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Gayergari
Uttar Gayergari 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 Gayergari
Uttar Gayergari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Uttar Gayergari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Koch Behar to Uttar Gayergari is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Gayergari is about 8.2 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Gayergari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Gayergari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Gayergari
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 Gayergari 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uttar Gayergari
Where is Uttar Gayergari located?
Uttar Gayergari village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttar Gayergari?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Gayergari is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Gayergari?
The pincode of Uttar Gayergari is 736165.
What is the population of Uttar Gayergari?
Uttar Gayergari had a total population of 762, including 409 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Gayergari?
Uttar Gayergari had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Gayergari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Gayergari was 75.93%. Male literacy was 81.93% and female literacy was 69.55%.