Uttarghugia (P) - Chakdah, Nadia
Uttarghugia (P) is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 36.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Chanduria-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttarghugia (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttarghugia (P) is 322171. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.6 hectares and falls under the 741222 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Uttarghugia (P) 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 Uttarghugia (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Uttarghugia (P) village had a total population of 424 people, including 211 males and 213 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.80%, with male literacy at 81.41% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 424 | 211 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 162 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 49 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Uttarghugia (P)
Uttarghugia (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagapur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Ukhil Nara | North | 1.44 km |
| Chandrapur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Balagari Char | West | 1.56 km |
| Palagachha | South | 1.92 km |
| Niamatpur | North | 1.98 km |
| Mahanala | East | 2.12 km |
| Tatla | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Nakadi | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Gour Nagar | West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttarghugia (P)
Public transport in the Uttarghugia (P) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chakdaha to Uttarghugia (P) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Uttarghugia (P) is about 36.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttarghugia (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttarghugia (P) 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 Uttarghugia (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttarghugia (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttarghugia (P)
Where is Uttarghugia (P) located?
Uttarghugia (P) village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttarghugia (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttarghugia (P) is Chanduria-i.
What is the pincode of Uttarghugia (P)?
The pincode of Uttarghugia (P) is 741222.
What is the population of Uttarghugia (P)?
Uttarghugia (P) had a total population of 424, including 211 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Uttarghugia (P)?
Uttarghugia (P) had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttarghugia (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttarghugia (P) was 79.80%. Male literacy was 81.41% and female literacy was 78.13%.