Uttar Mogalpur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Uttar Mogalpur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from Dhaniakhali and around 30.6 km from Chinsura. Belmuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Mogalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Mogalpur is 324710. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Uttar Mogalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Mogalpur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Mogalpur village has a total population of 824 people, consisting of 384 males and 440 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 552 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Mogalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 824 | 384 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 252 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 289 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 95 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Mogalpur
Uttar Mogalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muidipur | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Rameswarbati | West | 1.23 km |
| Gobarara | East | 1.23 km |
| Jot Harananda | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Kanajuli | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Rudrani | South | 1.68 km |
| Bhagabanpur | West | 1.74 km |
| Manikpur | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Shibpur | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Majinan | North | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Mogalpur
Uttar Mogalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sibaichandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Uttar Mogalpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Uttar Mogalpur is about 30.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Mogalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Mogalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Mogalpur
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 Mogalpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttar Mogalpur
Where is Uttar Mogalpur located?
Uttar Mogalpur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Mogalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Mogalpur is Belmuri.
What is the pincode of Uttar Mogalpur?
The pincode of Uttar Mogalpur is 712305.
What is the population of Uttar Mogalpur?
Uttar Mogalpur has a total population of 824, including 384 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Mogalpur?
There are 203 households in Uttar Mogalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Mogalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Mogalpur is 66.99%. Male literacy is 75.26% and female literacy is 59.77%.