Uttar Peshtarjhar - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Uttar Peshtarjhar is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 45.9 km from Pundibari and around 7.3 km from Cooch Behar. Chakchaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Peshtarjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Peshtarjhar is 308254. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.61 hectares and falls under the 736156 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Peshtarjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Peshtarjhar
As per Census 2011, Uttar Peshtarjhar village has a total population of 2,211 people, consisting of 1,154 males and 1,057 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,562 literate and 649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,704 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Peshtarjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,211 | 1,154 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 149 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,704 | 885 | 819 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,562 | 859 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 295 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Peshtarjhar
Uttar Peshtarjhar 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 Peshtarjhar
Uttar Peshtarjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Uttar Peshtarjhar.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koch Bihar to Uttar Peshtarjhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Peshtarjhar is about 7.3 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 Peshtarjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Peshtarjhar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttar Peshtarjhar
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 Peshtarjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Peshtarjhar
Where is Uttar Peshtarjhar located?
Uttar Peshtarjhar village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Peshtarjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Peshtarjhar is Chakchaka.
What is the pincode of Uttar Peshtarjhar?
The pincode of Uttar Peshtarjhar is 736156.
What is the population of Uttar Peshtarjhar?
Uttar Peshtarjhar has a total population of 2,211, including 1,154 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Peshtarjhar?
There are 505 households in Uttar Peshtarjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Peshtarjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Peshtarjhar is 70.65%. Male literacy is 74.44% and female literacy is 66.51%.