Ugly - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Ugly is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Polba and around 15.9 km from Chinsura. Amnan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ugly village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugly is 325108. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.86 hectares and falls under the 712102 pincode. Chandannagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ugly village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ugly
As per Census 2011, Ugly village has a total population of 1,352 people, consisting of 660 males and 692 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,052 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ugly are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,352 | 660 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 542 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 118 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Ugly
Ugly 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhopaghata | South | 1.00 km |
| Kaliara | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Dubir Bheri | North | 1.40 km |
| Balitipa | East | 1.60 km |
| Bahir Ranagachha | East | 1.66 km |
| Ranagachha | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Khan.pukuria | South | 1.94 km |
| Rajar Bathan | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Karichar Bheri | West | 1.97 km |
| Khoshalpur | East | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ugly
Public transport in the Ugly is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mankundu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chandannagar to Ugly is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Ugly is about 15.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ugly
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugly 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ugly
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugly village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ugly
Where is Ugly located?
Ugly village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ugly?
The Gram Panchayat of Ugly is Amnan.
What is the pincode of Ugly?
The pincode of Ugly is 712102.
What is the population of Ugly?
Ugly has a total population of 1,352, including 660 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Ugly?
There are 331 households in Ugly.
What is the literacy rate in Ugly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugly is 77.81%. Male literacy is 82.12% and female literacy is 73.70%.