Uttar Panisala - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Uttar Panisala is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from Changrabandha and around 78.5 km from Cooch Behar. Bhotbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Panisala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Panisala is 307797. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.52 hectares and falls under the 735303 pincode. Mekligang is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Panisala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Panisala
As per Census 2011, Uttar Panisala village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 227 males and 189 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Panisala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 227 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 129 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 302 | 177 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 50 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Panisala
Uttar Panisala 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 Panisala
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Uttar Panisala.
| 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 Mekligang to Uttar Panisala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Panisala is about 78.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Panisala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Panisala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Panisala
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 Panisala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Panisala
Where is Uttar Panisala located?
Uttar Panisala village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Panisala?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Panisala is Bhotbari.
What is the pincode of Uttar Panisala?
The pincode of Uttar Panisala is 735303.
What is the population of Uttar Panisala?
Uttar Panisala has a total population of 416, including 227 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Panisala?
There are 99 households in Uttar Panisala.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Panisala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Panisala is 72.60%. Male literacy is 77.97% and female literacy is 66.14%.