Uttar Shibpur - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Uttar Shibpur is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 50.8 km from Pundibari and around 32.5 km from Cooch Behar. Bararangras serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Shibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Shibpur is 308227. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.31 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Shibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Shibpur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Shibpur village has a total population of 2,530 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,203 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,885 literate and 645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Shibpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,530 | 1,327 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 153 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,254 | 664 | 590 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,885 | 1,057 | 828 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 270 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Shibpur
Uttar Shibpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalmandasguri | South | 1.50 km |
| Atialiguri | West | 1.53 km |
| Harinmara | South | 1.55 km |
| Dudumari | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Daldali | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Dakshin Kansingram | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Tapsikhata | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Bararangras | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Marichbari | East | 4.02 km |
| Kakanguri | South-East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Shibpur
Public transport in the Uttar Shibpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pundibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Alipurduar to Uttar Shibpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Shibpur is about 32.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Shibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Shibpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Shibpur
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 Shibpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Shibpur
Where is Uttar Shibpur located?
Uttar Shibpur village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Shibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Shibpur is Bararangras.
What is the pincode of Uttar Shibpur?
The pincode of Uttar Shibpur is 736133.
What is the population of Uttar Shibpur?
Uttar Shibpur has a total population of 2,530, including 1,327 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Shibpur?
There are 603 households in Uttar Shibpur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Shibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Shibpur is 74.51%. Male literacy is 79.65% and female literacy is 68.83%.