Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 29 km from Changrabandha and around 113 km from Cooch Behar. Kuchlibari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia is 307717. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.37 hectares and falls under the 735303 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia village had a total population of 721 people, including 375 males and 346 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.06%, with male literacy at 73.24% and female literacy at 54.15%.
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 | 721 | 375 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 219 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 156 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia
Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia 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 Jamaldaha Balapukharia
Public transport in the Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mekliganj to Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia
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 Jamaldaha Balapukharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia
Where is Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia located?
Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia is Kuchlibari.
What is the pincode of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia?
The pincode of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia is 735303.
What is the population of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia?
Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia had a total population of 721, including 375 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia?
Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Jamaldaha Balapukharia was 64.06%. Male literacy was 73.24% and female literacy was 54.15%.