Uttar Chandannagar (P) - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Uttar Chandannagar (P) is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.2 km from Chinsurah and around 2.9 km from Chinsura. Kodalia-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Chandannagar (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Chandannagar (P) is 325088. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 712105 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Chandannagar (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Chandannagar (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Chandannagar (P) village had a total population of 1,112 people, including 530 males and 582 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.70%, with male literacy at 97.45% and female literacy at 96.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 1,112 | 530 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 60 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 458 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 72 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Chandannagar (P)
Uttar Chandannagar (P) 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 Chandannagar (P)
Public transport in the Uttar Chandannagar (P) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Uttar Chandannagar (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Uttar Chandannagar (P) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Uttar Chandannagar (P) is about 2.9 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Chandannagar (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Chandannagar (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Chandannagar (P)
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 Chandannagar (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Uttar Chandannagar (P)
Where is Uttar Chandannagar (P) located?
Uttar Chandannagar (P) village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttar Chandannagar (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Chandannagar (P) is Kodalia-i.
What is the pincode of Uttar Chandannagar (P)?
The pincode of Uttar Chandannagar (P) is 712105.
What is the population of Uttar Chandannagar (P)?
Uttar Chandannagar (P) had a total population of 1,112, including 530 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Chandannagar (P)?
Uttar Chandannagar (P) had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Chandannagar (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Chandannagar (P) was 96.70%. Male literacy was 97.45% and female literacy was 96.00%.