Uttar Chandpur - Habibpur, Malda
Uttar Chandpur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.3 km from Habibpur and around 23.8 km from English Bazar. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Chandpur is 313191. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.83 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Uttar Chandpur 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 Uttar Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Chandpur village had a total population of 123 people, including 59 males and 64 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.98%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 21.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 4 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 42 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 17 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Chandpur
Uttar Chandpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jot Kandarpapur | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Pathar Bhabsa | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Srikrishnapur | West | 0.99 km |
| Pathar Niabati | North | 1.06 km |
| Banpur | South | 1.18 km |
| Janakibati | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Jagadishpur | North | 1.27 km |
| Pathar Banpur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Mahalbaldi | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Komarpur | South | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Chandpur
Uttar Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gour Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Uttar Chandpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Uttar Chandpur is about 23.8 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 Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Chandpur 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 Uttar Chandpur
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 Chandpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttar Chandpur
Where is Uttar Chandpur located?
Uttar Chandpur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Chandpur is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Chandpur?
The pincode of Uttar Chandpur is 732121.
What is the population of Uttar Chandpur?
Uttar Chandpur had a total population of 123, including 59 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Chandpur?
Uttar Chandpur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Chandpur was 50.98%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 21.28%.