Uttar Khanpur
Uttar Khanpur is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.3km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Uttar Khanpur village. As per 2009 stats, Najirpur is the gram panchayat of Uttar Khanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Uttar Khanpur unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Uttar Khanpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Uttar Khanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uttar Khanpur is 311262. The village spans a total geographical area of 406.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733103. Balurghat is nearest town to Uttar Khanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Uttar Khanpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Uttar Khanpur
Population of Uttar Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Khanpur has a total population of about 2,895, with approximately 1,488 males and 1,407 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,294 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 562. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.71%, with male literacy at about 74.80% and female literacy near 66.38%. There are around 758 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uttar Khanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,895 | 1,488 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 133 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,294 | 660 | 634 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 296 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 2,047 | 1,113 | 934 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 375 | 473 |
Connectivity of Uttar Khanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uttar Khanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Uttar Khanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Khanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Uttar Khanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uttar Khanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uttar Khanpur
- Where is Uttar Khanpur located?
- Uttar Khanpur village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Khanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Khanpur is Najirpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uttar Khanpur?
- The pincode of Uttar Khanpur is 733103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uttar Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uttar Khanpur is 2,895, with 1,488 males and 1,407 females.
- How many households are there in Uttar Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uttar Khanpur village has a total of 758 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uttar Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uttar Khanpur is 70.71%. The male literacy rate is 74.80%, while the female literacy rate is 66.38%.