Uttar Marichbari - Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri
Uttar Marichbari is a village situated in the Maynaguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maynaguri and around 9.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Barnis serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Marichbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Marichbari is 307527. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.2 hectares and falls under the 735224 pincode. Domohani is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Uttar Marichbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Marichbari
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Marichbari village had a total population of 6,174 people, including 3,170 males and 3,004 females, living in 1,414 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.75%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 67.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,770, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,174 | 3,170 | 3,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 632 | 324 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,770 | 2,453 | 2,317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 4,198 | 2,369 | 1,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,976 | 801 | 1,175 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Marichbari
Uttar Marichbari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Marichbari
Uttar Marichbari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Uttar Marichbari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Domohani to Uttar Marichbari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Uttar Marichbari is about 9.4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Marichbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Marichbari 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 Marichbari
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 Marichbari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Marichbari
Where is Uttar Marichbari located?
Uttar Marichbari village is located in Maynaguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Marichbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Marichbari is Barnis.
What is the pincode of Uttar Marichbari?
The pincode of Uttar Marichbari is 735224.
What is the population of Uttar Marichbari?
Uttar Marichbari had a total population of 6,174, including 3,170 males and 3,004 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Marichbari?
Uttar Marichbari had 1,414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Marichbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Marichbari was 75.75%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 67.84%.