Uttar Rasulpur - Arambag, Hooghly
Uttar Rasulpur is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Arambag and around 79.8 km from Chinsura. Batanal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Rasulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Rasulpur is 324271. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.6 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Uttar Rasulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arambag Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Uttar Rasulpur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Rasulpur village has a total population of 2,032 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 975 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,520 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 777 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Rasulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,032 | 1,057 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 100 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 395 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,520 | 847 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 210 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Rasulpur
Uttar Rasulpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Elam | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Kanua | North | 1.24 km |
| Kanua Bhabanipur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Gorakhpur | South | 2.05 km |
| Hatinda | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Uttar Chitholia | West | 2.15 km |
| Khelanpur | East | 2.31 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Ilam | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Sihipur | East | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Rasulpur
Public transport in the Uttar Rasulpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Milangarh, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Uttar Rasulpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Uttar Rasulpur is about 79.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Rasulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Rasulpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Rasulpur
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 Rasulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Rasulpur
Where is Uttar Rasulpur located?
Uttar Rasulpur village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Rasulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Rasulpur is Batanal.
What is the pincode of Uttar Rasulpur?
The pincode of Uttar Rasulpur is 712410.
What is the population of Uttar Rasulpur?
Uttar Rasulpur has a total population of 2,032, including 1,057 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Rasulpur?
There are 469 households in Uttar Rasulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Rasulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Rasulpur is 74.80%. Male literacy is 80.13% and female literacy is 69.03%.