Upper Tendu Forest (M) - Nagrakata, Jalpaiguri
Upper Tendu Forest (M) is a village situated in the Nagrakata subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagrakata and around 47.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Sulkapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upper Tendu Forest (M) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Tendu Forest (M) is 307044. The village covers a total geographical area of 12120 hectares and falls under the 735225 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Upper Tendu Forest (M) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Upper Tendu Forest (M)
As per Census 2011, Upper Tendu Forest (M) village has a total population of 1,384 people, consisting of 720 males and 664 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 836 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 472 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Tendu Forest (M) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,384 | 720 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 257 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 497 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 223 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Tendu Forest (M)
Upper Tendu Forest (M) 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 Upper Tendu Forest (M)
Upper Tendu Forest (M) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Upper Tendu Forest (M).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Malbazar to Upper Tendu Forest (M) is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Upper Tendu Forest (M) is about 47.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upper Tendu Forest (M)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Tendu Forest (M) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Upper Tendu Forest (M)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Tendu Forest (M) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Upper Tendu Forest (M)
Where is Upper Tendu Forest (M) located?
Upper Tendu Forest (M) village is located in Nagrakata Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upper Tendu Forest (M)?
The Gram Panchayat of Upper Tendu Forest (M) is Sulkapara.
What is the pincode of Upper Tendu Forest (M)?
The pincode of Upper Tendu Forest (M) is 735225.
What is the population of Upper Tendu Forest (M)?
Upper Tendu Forest (M) has a total population of 1,384, including 720 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Upper Tendu Forest (M)?
There are 305 households in Upper Tendu Forest (M).
What is the literacy rate in Upper Tendu Forest (M)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Tendu Forest (M) is 60.40%. Male literacy is 69.03% and female literacy is 51.05%.