Uttar Pukurdabri - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Uttar Pukurdabri is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Changrabandha and around 98.5 km from Cooch Behar. Bagdogra-fulkadabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Pukurdabri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Pukurdabri is 307687. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.9 hectares and falls under the 735304 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Uttar Pukurdabri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Pukurdabri
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Pukurdabri village had a total population of 711 people, including 368 males and 343 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 79.00% and female literacy at 66.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 576.
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 | 711 | 368 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 49 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 295 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 252 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 116 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Pukurdabri
Uttar Pukurdabri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Fulkar Dabri Bajejama | South | 1.06 km |
| Chhota Fulkar Dabri Bajejama | West | 1.07 km |
| Chhota Kharkharia | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Mekliganj (p) | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Bhotbari | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Fulkardabri | South | 2.69 km |
| Madhya Bhotbari (p) | West | 3.10 km |
| Uttar Kharkharia (p) | West | 3.13 km |
| Vitar Fulkar Dabria Kharkhar | West | 3.25 km |
| Dakshin Bhotbari | South-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Pukurdabri
Uttar Pukurdabri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pukurdabri is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Pukurdabri is about 98.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Pukurdabri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Pukurdabri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Pukurdabri
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 Pukurdabri 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 Pukurdabri
Where is Uttar Pukurdabri located?
Uttar Pukurdabri village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Pukurdabri?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Pukurdabri is Bagdogra-fulkadabri.
What is the pincode of Uttar Pukurdabri?
The pincode of Uttar Pukurdabri is 735304.
What is the population of Uttar Pukurdabri?
Uttar Pukurdabri had a total population of 711, including 368 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Pukurdabri?
Uttar Pukurdabri had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Pukurdabri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Pukurdabri was 73.01%. Male literacy was 79.00% and female literacy was 66.32%.