Upar Kendua - Habibpur, Malda
Upar Kendua is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Habibpur and around 14.3 km from English Bazar. Aiho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upar Kendua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upar Kendua is 313167. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.5 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Upar Kendua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maldaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upar Kendua
As per Census 2011, Upar Kendua village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 152 males and 160 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 305 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upar Kendua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 152 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 146 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 22 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 130 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Upar Kendua
Upar Kendua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chenchai Chandi | South | 0.66 km |
| Manoharpur | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Darajpur | North | 1.33 km |
| Damdama | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Akalpur | East | 1.52 km |
| Talpukur | North | 1.90 km |
| Chamarjol | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Telipukur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Rishipur | South | 2.31 km |
| Jadabnagar | South-West | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Upar Kendua
Upar Kendua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Upar Kendua is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Upar Kendua is about 14.3 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 Upar Kendua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upar Kendua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Upar Kendua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upar Kendua 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Upar Kendua
Where is Upar Kendua located?
Upar Kendua village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upar Kendua?
The Gram Panchayat of Upar Kendua is Aiho.
What is the pincode of Upar Kendua?
The pincode of Upar Kendua is 732122.
What is the population of Upar Kendua?
Upar Kendua has a total population of 312, including 152 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Upar Kendua?
There are 72 households in Upar Kendua.
What is the literacy rate in Upar Kendua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upar Kendua is 9.62%. Male literacy is 14.47% and female literacy is 5.00%.