Uttar Panch Pota - Chakdah, Nadia
Uttar Panch Pota is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 42.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Rautari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Panch Pota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Panch Pota is 322227. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.1 hectares and falls under the 741222 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Panch Pota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Panch Pota
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Panch Pota village had a total population of 1,893 people, including 994 males and 899 females, living in 436 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.63%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 1,893 | 994 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 126 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 707 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 287 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Panch Pota
Uttar Panch Pota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khorgachhi | South | 1.19 km |
| Gobindapur | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Tentul Baria | South | 1.51 km |
| Jaykrishnapur (p) | North | 1.53 km |
| Ektarpur | West | 1.68 km |
| Tantgachi | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Chakgobindapur | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Kugachhi | East | 2.08 km |
| Dighra | East | 2.30 km |
| Sarmastapur | North-East | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Panch Pota
Uttar Panch Pota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Palpara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chakdaha to Uttar Panch Pota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Uttar Panch Pota is about 42.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Panch Pota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Panch Pota 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 Panch Pota
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 Panch Pota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttar Panch Pota
Where is Uttar Panch Pota located?
Uttar Panch Pota village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttar Panch Pota?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Panch Pota is Rautari.
What is the pincode of Uttar Panch Pota?
The pincode of Uttar Panch Pota is 741222.
What is the population of Uttar Panch Pota?
Uttar Panch Pota had a total population of 1,893, including 994 males and 899 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Panch Pota?
Uttar Panch Pota had 436 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Panch Pota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Panch Pota was 76.63%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 71.43%.