Uttar Chandipur - English Bazar, Malda
Uttar Chandipur is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.2 km from Malda and around 19.1 km from English Bazar. Sovanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Chandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Chandipur is 313334. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.05 hectares and falls under the 732103 pincode. Malda Town is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Uttar Chandipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manikchak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Chandipur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Chandipur village has a total population of 8,807 people, consisting of 4,549 males and 4,258 females. The village has 1,953 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,275 literate and 3,532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Chandipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,807 | 4,549 | 4,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,123 | 589 | 534 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 125 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,275 | 2,962 | 2,313 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,532 | 1,587 | 1,945 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Chandipur
Uttar Chandipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madia | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Damodarpur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Bhabanipur | South | 1.98 km |
| Sultanpur | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Nesta | North | 2.44 km |
| Jot Bhabani | West | 2.51 km |
| Islampur | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Khanpur | West | 2.80 km |
| Atgama | East | 2.90 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Chandipur
Uttar Chandipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rajmahal, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 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 Malda Town to Uttar Chandipur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Uttar Chandipur is about 19.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Chandipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Chandipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttar Chandipur
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 Chandipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Chandipur
Where is Uttar Chandipur located?
Uttar Chandipur village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Chandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Chandipur is Sovanagar.
What is the pincode of Uttar Chandipur?
The pincode of Uttar Chandipur is 732103.
What is the population of Uttar Chandipur?
Uttar Chandipur has a total population of 8,807, including 4,549 males and 4,258 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Chandipur?
There are 1,953 households in Uttar Chandipur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Chandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Chandipur is 59.90%. Male literacy is 65.11% and female literacy is 54.32%.