Uttar Dadpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Uttar Dadpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.5 km from Polba and around 20 km from Chinsura. Mahanad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Dadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Dadpur is 325137. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.44 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Dadpur 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 Uttar Dadpur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Dadpur village has a total population of 1,554 people, consisting of 795 males and 759 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,194 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Dadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,554 | 795 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 92 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 303 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 153 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 638 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 157 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Dadpur
Uttar Dadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasemaligar | East | 1.36 km |
| Barasarasa | North | 1.40 km |
| Balichara | West | 1.51 km |
| Patna Bhairabpur | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Birpala | East | 1.74 km |
| Kapashtikri | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Khein | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Radhanagar | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Kusundipara | South | 2.67 km |
| Basudebbati | East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Dadpur
Uttar Dadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Uttar Dadpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Uttar Dadpur is about 20 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 Uttar Dadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Dadpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Dadpur
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 Dadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Dadpur
Where is Uttar Dadpur located?
Uttar Dadpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Dadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Dadpur is Mahanad.
What is the pincode of Uttar Dadpur?
The pincode of Uttar Dadpur is 712305.
What is the population of Uttar Dadpur?
Uttar Dadpur has a total population of 1,554, including 795 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Dadpur?
There are 383 households in Uttar Dadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Dadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Dadpur is 76.83%. Male literacy is 80.25% and female literacy is 73.25%.