Uttar Sankarpur
Uttar Sankarpur is a village located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 39.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Gurap is the gram panchayat of Uttar Sankarpur village.
Uttar Sankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Uttar Sankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uttar Sankarpur is 324660. The village spans a total geographical area of 291.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712308. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Uttar Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Uttar Sankarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Uttar Sankarpur
Population of Uttar Sankarpur
Below is a concise population overview of Uttar Sankarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,090 | 552 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 48 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 117 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 121 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 403 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 149 | 209 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uttar Sankarpur village:
- The total population of Uttar Sankarpur village is around 1,090, including approximately 552 males and 538 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Uttar Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Uttar Sankarpur village has 228 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 241 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Uttar Sankarpur village is about 67.16%, with male literacy at 73.01% and female literacy at 61.15%.
- There are around 260 households in Uttar Sankarpur village.
Connectivity of Uttar Sankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uttar Sankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Uttar Sankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Sankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Uttar Sankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uttar Sankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uttar Sankarpur
- Where is Uttar Sankarpur located?
- Uttar Sankarpur village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Sankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Sankarpur is Gurap (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uttar Sankarpur?
- The pincode of Uttar Sankarpur is 712308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uttar Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uttar Sankarpur is 1,090, with 552 males and 538 females.
- How many households are there in Uttar Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uttar Sankarpur village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uttar Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uttar Sankarpur is 67.16%. The male literacy rate is 73.01%, while the female literacy rate is 61.15%.