Umarpur - Hanskhali, Nadia
Umarpur is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 26.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Ramnagar Barachupria-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umarpur is 321908. The village covers a total geographical area of 535.69 hectares and falls under the 741502 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Umarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umarpur
As per Census 2011, Umarpur village has a total population of 4,872 people, consisting of 2,474 males and 2,398 females. The village has 1,106 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 638 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,763 literate and 2,109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,872 | 2,474 | 2,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 638 | 296 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,376 | 690 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 169 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 2,763 | 1,506 | 1,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,109 | 968 | 1,141 |
Nearby Villages of Umarpur
Umarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nebutala | West | 1.34 km |
| Bhatghata | North | 1.59 km |
| Ramnagar | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Sanatanur | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Shyamnagar | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Malsadaha | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Fatepur | North | 3.74 km |
| Chunari | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Chupria | West | 3.98 km |
| Pipulbaria | North | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umarpur
Umarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarak Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Umarpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Umarpur is about 26.7 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 Umarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umarpur 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 Umarpur
Where is Umarpur located?
Umarpur village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Umarpur is Ramnagar Barachupria-i.
What is the pincode of Umarpur?
The pincode of Umarpur is 741502.
What is the population of Umarpur?
Umarpur has a total population of 4,872, including 2,474 males and 2,398 females.
How many households are there in Umarpur?
There are 1,106 households in Umarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Umarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umarpur is 56.71%. Male literacy is 60.87% and female literacy is 52.42%.