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
As per Census 2011, Uttar Chandpur village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 59 males and 64 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Chandpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 4 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 123, including 59 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Chandpur?
There are 28 households in Uttar Chandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Chandpur is 42.28%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 15.63%.