Uttar Mukundapur - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Uttar Mukundapur is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.2 km from Harischandrapur and around 76.3 km from English Bazar. Kusidha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Mukundapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Mukundapur is 311999. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.89 hectares and falls under the 732125 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Uttar Mukundapur 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 Mukundapur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Mukundapur village has a total population of 2,168 people, consisting of 1,143 males and 1,025 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 1,182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Mukundapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,168 | 1,143 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 182 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 225 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 986 | 584 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,182 | 559 | 623 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Mukundapur
Uttar Mukundapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhitola | North | 1.26 km |
| Uttar Rampur | South | 1.28 km |
| Kusidha | West | 1.39 km |
| Belwa | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Nandibati | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Sankola | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Lagwan | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Daula | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Simulia | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Bijhat | West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Mukundapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Uttar Mukundapur. The nearest railway station is Azamnagar Road, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 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 Malda to Uttar Mukundapur is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Uttar Mukundapur is about 76.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Mukundapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Mukundapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Mukundapur
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 Mukundapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Mukundapur
Where is Uttar Mukundapur located?
Uttar Mukundapur village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Mukundapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Mukundapur is Kusidha.
What is the pincode of Uttar Mukundapur?
The pincode of Uttar Mukundapur is 732125.
What is the population of Uttar Mukundapur?
Uttar Mukundapur has a total population of 2,168, including 1,143 males and 1,025 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Mukundapur?
There are 482 households in Uttar Mukundapur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Mukundapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Mukundapur is 45.48%. Male literacy is 51.09% and female literacy is 39.22%.