Uttar Gauripur - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Uttar Gauripur is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.5 km from Harischandrapur and around 67.4 km from English Bazar. Barui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Gauripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Gauripur is 312012. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.6 hectares and falls under the 732140 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Uttar Gauripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanchal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Gauripur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Gauripur village has a total population of 380 people, consisting of 180 males and 200 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 224 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Gauripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 180 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 69 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 111 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Gauripur
Uttar Gauripur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Gauripur
Public transport in the Uttar Gauripur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Uttar Gauripur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Uttar Gauripur is about 67.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Gauripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Gauripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Gauripur
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 Gauripur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Gauripur
Where is Uttar Gauripur located?
Uttar Gauripur village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Gauripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Gauripur is Barui.
What is the pincode of Uttar Gauripur?
The pincode of Uttar Gauripur is 732140.
What is the population of Uttar Gauripur?
Uttar Gauripur has a total population of 380, including 180 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Gauripur?
There are 89 households in Uttar Gauripur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Gauripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Gauripur is 41.05%. Male literacy is 38.33% and female literacy is 43.50%.