Uttar Maralautara - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Uttar Maralautara is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 50.5 km from Pundibari and around 16.9 km from Cooch Behar. Chakchaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Maralautara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Maralautara is 308252. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.9 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Maralautara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Maralautara
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Maralautara village had a total population of 465 people, including 254 males and 211 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 331, 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 | 465 | 254 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 177 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 190 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 64 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Maralautara
Uttar Maralautara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nageswarguri | South | 0.71 km |
| Dhang Dhingguri | West | 1.51 km |
| Hollangerkuthi | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Sonari Kakribari | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Ichamari | East | 3.86 km |
| Sonari Nikatiar Kuthi | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Hatiduba | East | 4.22 km |
| Harinmara | North | 4.81 km |
| Kalmandasguri | North | 4.89 km |
| Kachubanbaran Khana | South-West | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Maralautara
Uttar Maralautara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pundibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.8 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koch Bihar to Uttar Maralautara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Maralautara is about 16.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Maralautara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Maralautara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Maralautara
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 Maralautara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Maralautara
Where is Uttar Maralautara located?
Uttar Maralautara village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Maralautara?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Maralautara is Chakchaka.
What is the pincode of Uttar Maralautara?
The pincode of Uttar Maralautara is 736165.
What is the population of Uttar Maralautara?
Uttar Maralautara had a total population of 465, including 254 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Maralautara?
Uttar Maralautara had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Maralautara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Maralautara was 76.67%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 68.75%.