Uttar Naopara - Bamangola, Malda
Uttar Naopara is a village situated in the Bamangola subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.5 km from Pakuahat and around 50.7 km from English Bazar. Madnabati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Naopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Naopara is 312799. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.5 hectares and falls under the 732138 pincode. English Bazar is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Uttar Naopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Naopara
As per Census 2011, Uttar Naopara village has a total population of 507 people, consisting of 261 males and 246 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Naopara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 261 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 25 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 133 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 219 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 42 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Naopara
Uttar Naopara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Faridpur | West | 0.74 km |
| Isahakpur | East | 0.82 km |
| Tentulmura | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Garapara | East | 1.34 km |
| Gabindapur | South | 1.35 km |
| Daulatpur | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Baherpur | West | 1.52 km |
| Muzaffarpur | West | 1.59 km |
| Maharani | North | 1.70 km |
| Dharmapur | South-West | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Naopara
Uttar Naopara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Daulatpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from English Bazar to Uttar Naopara is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Uttar Naopara is about 50.7 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 Uttar Naopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Naopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Naopara
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 Naopara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uttar Naopara
Where is Uttar Naopara located?
Uttar Naopara village is located in Bamangola Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Naopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Naopara is Madnabati.
What is the pincode of Uttar Naopara?
The pincode of Uttar Naopara is 732138.
What is the population of Uttar Naopara?
Uttar Naopara has a total population of 507, including 261 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Naopara?
There are 119 households in Uttar Naopara.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Naopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Naopara is 77.12%. Male literacy is 83.91% and female literacy is 69.92%.