Uttar Ramchandrapur - Haripal, Hooghly
Uttar Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from Khamar Chandi and around 27.4 km from Chinsura. Chandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Ramchandrapur is 325405. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.33 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Singur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Uttar Ramchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Ramchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 788 people, consisting of 383 males and 405 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | 383 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 212 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 226 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 157 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Ramchandrapur
Uttar Ramchandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Porra | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Aimachapsara | East | 0.76 km |
| Lakshmanpur | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Harat | North | 1.06 km |
| Chapsara | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Madanmohonpur | South | 1.33 km |
| Dogeria | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Chak.kalikabari | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Chandanpur | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Bade Digaria | West | 1.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Ramchandrapur
Uttar Ramchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singur to Uttar Ramchandrapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Uttar Ramchandrapur is about 27.4 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 Ramchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Ramchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Ramchandrapur
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 Ramchandrapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Ramchandrapur
Where is Uttar Ramchandrapur located?
Uttar Ramchandrapur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Ramchandrapur is Chandanpur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Uttar Ramchandrapur is 712223.
What is the population of Uttar Ramchandrapur?
Uttar Ramchandrapur has a total population of 788, including 383 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Ramchandrapur?
There are 196 households in Uttar Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Ramchandrapur is 52.54%. Male literacy is 59.01% and female literacy is 46.42%.