Uttar Umarpur - English Bazar, Malda
Uttar Umarpur is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.2 km from Malda and around 19.6 km from English Bazar. Mahadipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Umarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Umarpur is 313464. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.5 hectares and falls under the 732103 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Uttar Umarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Englishbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Umarpur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Umarpur village has a total population of 711 people, consisting of 355 males and 356 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Umarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 711 | 355 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 116 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 227 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 128 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Umarpur
Uttar Umarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bairbona | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Garmahali | North | 1.23 km |
| Naoda | West | 1.45 km |
| Arazi Nazirkhani | North | 1.86 km |
| Satgada | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Sahilapur | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Mahadipur | North | 3.04 km |
| Chaklalu | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Chauka Para | North | 3.48 km |
| Nazir Khani | North | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Umarpur
Uttar Umarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jamirghata, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.7 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 to Uttar Umarpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Uttar Umarpur is about 19.6 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 Umarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Umarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Umarpur
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 Umarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Umarpur
Where is Uttar Umarpur located?
Uttar Umarpur village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Umarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Umarpur is Mahadipur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Umarpur?
The pincode of Uttar Umarpur is 732103.
What is the population of Uttar Umarpur?
Uttar Umarpur has a total population of 711, including 355 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Umarpur?
There are 168 households in Uttar Umarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Umarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Umarpur is 61.04%. Male literacy is 63.94% and female literacy is 58.15%.