Udaychandpur - Kandi, Murshidabad
Udaychandpur is a village situated in the Kandi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Mahalandi-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udaychandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udaychandpur is 315242. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.3 hectares and falls under the 742136 pincode. Berhampur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Udaychandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udaychandpur
As per Census 2011, Udaychandpur village has a total population of 6,832 people, consisting of 3,504 males and 3,328 females. The village has 1,463 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 879 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,176 literate and 2,656 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udaychandpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,832 | 3,504 | 3,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 879 | 465 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 345 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,176 | 2,341 | 1,835 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,656 | 1,163 | 1,493 |
Nearby Villages of Udaychandpur
Udaychandpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Lakshmi Narayanpur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Nisadbag Jhaubari | South | 1.54 km |
| Moktarpur | East | 1.68 km |
| Bilbagaur | North | 2.04 km |
| Bil Begampur | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Jiadara | West | 2.17 km |
| Bhatpara | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Biltelkar | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Nischintapur | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Bahurul | South | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udaychandpur
Udaychandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jivanti Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampur to Udaychandpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udaychandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udaychandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Udaychandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udaychandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udaychandpur
Where is Udaychandpur located?
Udaychandpur village is located in Kandi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udaychandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Udaychandpur is Mahalandi-ii.
What is the pincode of Udaychandpur?
The pincode of Udaychandpur is 742136.
What is the population of Udaychandpur?
Udaychandpur has a total population of 6,832, including 3,504 males and 3,328 females.
How many households are there in Udaychandpur?
There are 1,463 households in Udaychandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Udaychandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udaychandpur is 61.12%. Male literacy is 66.81% and female literacy is 55.14%.