Uttar Balakura
Uttar Balakura is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Putimari I is the gram panchayat of Uttar Balakura village.
Here you can discover what makes Uttar Balakura unique in its vibrant Dinhata I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Uttar Balakura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Uttar Balakura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uttar Balakura is 308522. The village spans a total geographical area of 147.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Dinhata is nearest town to Uttar Balakura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Uttar Balakura 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 Dinhata Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Uttar Balakura
Population of Uttar Balakura
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Balakura has a total population of about 1,161, with approximately 593 males and 568 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 257 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.80%, with male literacy at about 75.89% and female literacy near 65.49%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uttar Balakura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,161 | 593 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 134 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 822 | 450 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 143 | 196 |
Connectivity of Uttar Balakura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uttar Balakura. As per the 2011 stats, Uttar Balakura 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Balakura
Knowing the nearby villages of Uttar Balakura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uttar Balakura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uttar Balakura
- Where is Uttar Balakura located?
- Uttar Balakura village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Balakura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Balakura is Putimari I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uttar Balakura?
- The pincode of Uttar Balakura is 736134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uttar Balakura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uttar Balakura is 1,161, with 593 males and 568 females.
- How many households are there in Uttar Balakura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uttar Balakura village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uttar Balakura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uttar Balakura is 70.80%. The male literacy rate is 75.89%, while the female literacy rate is 65.49%.